Hempel
Hempel A/S, commonly known as Hempel, is a leading global supplier of coatings headquartered in Denmark (DK). Established in 1915, the company has grown to serve major operational regions across Europe, Asia, and the Americas, solidifying its presence in the coatings industry. Hempel specialises in protective, decorative, and marine coatings, offering innovative solutions that enhance durability and sustainability. With a commitment to quality and performance, Hempel's core products include advanced coatings for various sectors, such as shipping, infrastructure, and industrial applications. The company is recognised for its pioneering approach to environmentally friendly products, positioning itself as a market leader. Hempel's notable achievements include numerous awards for innovation and sustainability, reflecting its dedication to excellence in the coatings market.
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Hempel's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Hempel A/S reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 2,561,928,000 kg CO2e across all scopes. This includes about 13,614,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and approximately 30,968,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, with the majority of emissions stemming from Scope 3 at about 2,561,928,000 kg CO2e. Hempel has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 90% by 2026, using 2019 as the baseline year. Additionally, the company targets a 50% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions by 2030 from the same base year. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to contribute to limiting global warming to 1.5°C. The company has demonstrated a commitment to sustainability and climate action, reflecting its role in the chemicals sector while headquartered in Denmark (DK).
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 8,808,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 34,281,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,922,694,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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