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K+S Aktiengesellschaft, widely recognised as K+S, is a prominent German-headquartered company. Founded in 1889, it operates at the forefront of the chemical and fertilizer minerals industry, specialising in the sustainable extraction and processing of essential minerals.
K+S is a leading global supplier of potash and high-quality salt products, fundamental for agricultural fertilisers, industrial processes, and diverse consumer applications including de-icing and food. With significant operations spanning Europe, North and South America, their comprehensive portfolio also features magnesium compounds, supporting vital industries worldwide through responsible mining practices.
+29 vs industry average
K+S Aktiengesellschaft’s score of 47 is higher than 72% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Salt and Mineral Mining has above-average carbon intensity
The Salt and Mineral Mining industry has reduced its overall emissions by 42% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
K+S Aktiengesellschaft, headquartered in Germany and operating in the chemical and fertilizer minerals industry, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 4.9 billion kg CO2e in 2025. This includes about 1.9 billion kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 200 million kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions (market-based), and approximately 2.9 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions.
In 2024, the company's total emissions were approximately 5.1 billion kg CO2e, comprising around 1.9 billion kg CO2e in Scope 1, 200 million kg CO2e in Scope 2 (market-based), and approximately 3 billion kg CO2e in Scope 3 emissions.
K+S Aktiengesellschaft has set several climate commitments:
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
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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