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Henkel

Henkel AG & Co. KGaA, commonly known as Henkel, is a global leader in the consumer and industrial sectors, headquartered in Düsseldorf, Germany. Founded in 1876, the company has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including Europe, North America, and Asia-Pacific. Henkel operates primarily in three business areas: Adhesive Technologies, Beauty Care, and Home Care. Its innovative products, such as Persil laundry detergents and Loctite adhesives, are renowned for their quality and effectiveness, setting industry standards. With a commitment to sustainability and innovation, Henkel has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for its eco-friendly practices. As a market leader, Henkel continues to shape the future of its industries, driven by a dedication to excellence and customer satisfaction.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Henkel's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

71

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Chemicals industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

26

Industry Benchmark

Henkel's score of 71 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Henkel's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Henkel AG & Co. KGaA reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 32,846,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 283,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions reaching approximately 32,518,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 42% and Scope 3 emissions by 30% by 2030, using 2021 as the base year. Furthermore, Henkel is committed to achieving net-zero emissions across its entire value chain by 2045, targeting a 90% reduction in absolute emissions across all scopes from the same base year. Henkel's emissions data shows a consistent effort to manage and reduce its carbon footprint. For instance, in 2020, the total emissions were approximately 49,600,000 kg CO2e, indicating a focus on sustainability. The company also aims to increase its sourcing of renewable electricity from 6% in 2017 to 100% by 2030, reinforcing its commitment to sustainable practices. Overall, Henkel's climate strategy aligns with industry standards, demonstrating a proactive approach to tackling climate change and reducing its environmental impact.

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Scope 2
334,000,000
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755,000,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Henkel's primary industry is Chemicals nec, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Henkel is in DE, which has a medium grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Henkel is participating in some of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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