K+S Aktiengesellschaft, commonly referred to as K+S, is a leading global player in the potash and salt industry, headquartered in Kassel, Germany. Founded in 1889, the company has established a strong presence in Europe and North America, focusing on the production and distribution of essential minerals. K+S is renowned for its high-quality potash fertilisers, which are vital for agricultural productivity, as well as its diverse range of industrial salts used in various applications.
With a commitment to sustainability and innovation, K+S has achieved significant milestones, including the expansion of its operational capabilities and the enhancement of its product portfolio. The company holds a prominent market position, recognised for its expertise and reliability in the mineral sector, making it a trusted partner for customers worldwide.
+27 vs industry average
K+S Aktiengesellschaft’s score of 45 is higher than 73% 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
Salt and Mineral Mining has above-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Salt and Mineral Mining industry has reduced its overall emissions by 66% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
K+S Aktiengesellschaft's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, K+S Aktiengesellschaft reported total carbon emissions of approximately 4.9 billion kg CO2e, comprising 1.9 billion kg CO2e from Scope 1, 200 million kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 2.9 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The previous year, 2024, saw total emissions of about 5.1 billion kg CO2e, with similar distributions across the scopes. K+S has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for climate neutrality by 2050. Additionally, the company targets a 10% reduction in CO2 emissions by 2030 compared to 2020 levels. Specifically, for Scope 3 emissions related to logistics, K+S aims to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions per tonne transported by 10% from a 2017 baseline by 2030. As of 2025, the specific emissions for logistics were reported at 18.306 kg CO2e per tonne, reflecting a significant reduction of approximately 31.8% from the 2017 baseline. K+S's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that the figures are independently reported. The company is actively working towards its climate goals, demonstrating a commitment to sustainability and reducing its carbon footprint across all scopes.
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K+S Aktiengesellschaft’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
3 goals2030
10% reduction in all scopes
By 2030, our goal is to reduce our CO2 emissions by 10% compared with 2020.
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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