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Hempel A/S, commonly referred to as Hempel, is a leading player in the chemicals nec industry, headquartered in Denmark (DK). Founded in 1915, the company has established a strong presence in key operational regions across Europe, Asia, and the Americas, focusing on innovative coating solutions for various sectors, including marine, protective, and decorative applications.
Hempel's core products encompass a wide range of high-performance paints and coatings, renowned for their durability and environmental sustainability. The company has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for innovation and sustainability, solidifying its market position as a trusted partner in the coatings industry. With a commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, Hempel continues to set benchmarks in the chemicals sector, driving advancements that meet the evolving needs of its global clientele.
+16 vs industry average
Hempel’s score of 48 is higher than 62% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Chemicals is among the most carbon-intensive industries
The Chemicals industry has reduced its overall emissions by 19% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Hempel, a Chemicals nec company headquartered in Denmark, reported its latest carbon emissions for 2025. In 2025, Hempel's Scope 1 emissions were 9,102,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (market-based) were 7,010,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions were 5,382,829,000 kg CO2e. For 2024, the company reported Scope 1 emissions of 11,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (market-based) of 7,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of 5,063,000,000 kg CO2e. In 2023, Hempel's Scope 1 emissions were 12,913,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (market-based) were 12,059,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions were 5,375,584,000 kg CO2e. Emissions data for this organisation are cascaded from its parent company, Hempel A/S.
Hempel A/S has set near-term Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) commitments. The company aims to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 90% by 2026 from a 2019 base year. Additionally, Hempel A/S commits to reducing absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 50% by 2030 from a 2019 base year. These targets are consistent with reductions required to keep global warming to 1.5°C.
2026
90% reduction in Scope 1
Hempel A/S commits to reduce absolute scope 1 GHG emissions 90% by FY2026 from a FY2019 base year.
2026
90% reduction in Scope 2
Hempel A/S commits to reduce absolute scope 2 GHG emissions 90% by FY2026 from a FY2019 base year.
2030
55% reduction in scope 3 downstream
Hempel A/S also commits to reduce scope 3 GHG emissions 55% per EUR value added by FY2030 from a FY2019 base year.
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