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Henkel AG & Co. KGaA, commonly known as Henkel, is a leading global player in the chemicals nec industry, headquartered in Düsseldorf, Germany. Founded in 1876, the company has established a strong presence across Europe, North America, and Asia, focusing on innovative solutions in adhesives, beauty care, and home care products.
Henkel's diverse portfolio includes renowned brands such as Persil, Schwarzkopf, and Loctite, which are distinguished by their commitment to sustainability and high performance. The company has achieved significant milestones, including its recognition as a pioneer in sustainable business practices. With a robust market position, Henkel continues to drive growth through cutting-edge research and development, making it a trusted partner in various sectors worldwide.
92
DitchCarbon score
+60 vs industry average
Henkel’s score of 92 is higher than 93% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Very High
Chemicals is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
0.523
20182025
The Chemicals industry has reduced its overall emissions by 19% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
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Reported emissions
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Scope 3
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Henkel's reported carbon emissions
Henkel, a German company in the Chemicals nec industry, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 33.8 billion kg CO2e in 2025. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 357.85 million kg CO2e, market-based Scope 2 emissions of approximately 34.82 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of around 33.46 billion kg CO2e. Key contributors to its Scope 3 emissions in 2025 were purchased goods and services (approximately 10.32 billion kg CO2e) and end-of-life treatment of sold products (about 1.19 billion kg CO2e).
Looking back, Henkel's total emissions were approximately 35.46 billion kg CO2e in 2024 and 32.85 billion kg CO2e in 2023.
Henkel has set several ambitious climate commitments:
- Near-term Targets: It aims to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 42% by 2030 from a 2021 base year. Additionally, Henkel plans to reduce absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 30% by 2030 from a 2021 base year. These targets are consistent with reductions required to keep warming to 1.5°C, as validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
- Long-term Targets: Henkel is committed to reaching net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2045. This includes a 90% absolute reduction in Scope 1, 2, and 3 GHG emissions by 2045 from a 2021 base year.
- Specific Reductions: Henkel also has a science-based target to reduce the carbon footprint of its production sites by 65% by 2025, compared to 2010 levels, and to source 100% of purchased electricity for production from renewable sources by 2030. Furthermore, Henkel commits to reduce Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 67% per tonne of product by 2030 from a 2017 base year and to reduce Scope 3 GHG emissions from purchased goods and services by 30% per tonne of product by 2030 from a 2017 base year. In 2022, the company achieved a 15% reduction in CO2 emissions per tonne of product compared to 2017.
Henkel is also a signatory to The Climate Pledge, having signed in November 2020. All emissions and climate commitment data are directly from Henkel AG & Co. KGaA.
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Henkel’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
6 goals2045
90% reduction in Scope 2
Henkel commits to reduce absolute scope 2 GHG emissions 90% by 2045 from 2021 base year.
On track90%
2030
42% reduction in Scope 2
Henkel commits to reduce absolute scope 2 GHG emissions 42% by 2030 from a 2021 base year.
On track42%
2030
42% reduction in Scope 1
Henkel commits to reduce absolute scope 1 GHG emissions 42% by 2030 from a 2021 base year.
At risk42%
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
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Carbon Disclosure Project
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The Climate Pledge
Signed 2020See details
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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RE 100
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Climate Action 100
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