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Heraeus Holding GmbH, commonly referred to as Heraeus, is a leading global player in the precious metals industry, headquartered in Hanau, Germany. Founded in 1851, the company has established itself as a pioneer in the field, with significant operations across Europe, Asia, and the Americas. Heraeus is renowned for its innovative solutions in precious metals, including the production of high-quality alloys, catalysts, and dental materials.
With a strong emphasis on sustainability and technological advancement, Heraeus has achieved notable milestones, such as developing advanced materials for the electronics and automotive sectors. The company’s commitment to quality and innovation has solidified its market position, making it a trusted partner for industries requiring precious metal applications. Through its diverse portfolio, Heraeus continues to set benchmarks in the precious metals market, driving progress and excellence.
62
DitchCarbon score
+48 vs industry average
Heraeus’s score of 62 is higher than 82% 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
Precious Metal Production is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
0.843
20182025
The Precious Metal Production industry has reduced its overall emissions by 32% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
202020212022202320242025202620272028
Reported emissions
Scope 1
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Scope 2
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Scope 3
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Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Heraeus's reported carbon emissions
Heraeus, a German-headquartered precious metals company, has disclosed its carbon emissions and climate commitments.
For 2025, Heraeus's Scope 1 emissions were 33,341,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 market-based emissions were 101,243,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions were 9,649,775,000 kg CO2e. Key categories within Scope 3 included purchased goods and services at 9,278,973,000 kg CO2e, and upstream transportation and distribution at 85,082,000 kg CO2e.
In 2024, the company's Scope 1 emissions were 34,393,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 market-based emissions were 135,038,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalled 9,480,076,000 kg CO2e. Purchased goods and services contributed 9,066,648,000 kg CO2e to Scope 3, with upstream transportation and distribution at 81,600,000 kg CO2e.
For 2023, Heraeus reported total emissions of 11,288,539,000 kg CO2e. This included 38,845,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 145,423,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and 11,104,257,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. The largest Scope 3 contributors were purchased goods and services at 10,703,513,000 kg CO2e, and capital goods at 150,657,000 kg CO2e.
In 2022, Heraeus's Scope 1 emissions were 51,553,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 2 market-based emissions were 188,726,000 kg CO2e. Scope 3 data was not available for this year.
For 2021, Heraeus's Scope 1 emissions were 42,293,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 market-based emissions were 163,538,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reached 11,868,171,000 kg CO2e. Purchased goods and services accounted for 11,460,529,000 kg CO2e of Scope 3 emissions, and upstream transportation and distribution was 110,049,000 kg CO2e.
In 2020, the company reported Scope 1 emissions of 45,105,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 location-based emissions of 161,798,000 kg CO2e. Scope 3 data was not available for 2020.
Heraeus aims to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 42% by 2030, using a 2021 baseline. The company also states an ambition to reduce its Scope 1 emissions to near zero by mid-decade (2023-2025) and its Scope 2 emissions to near zero by mid-decade (2023-2025). Furthermore, a separate target indicates a plan to reduce Scope 1 emissions by 30% from 2020 levels by 2030, and Scope 2 emissions by 30% from 2020 levels by 2030. Heraeus Group is committed to near-term targets with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
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Heraeus’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
On track94%
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
At risk48%
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
Behind target22%
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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