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Salt and Mineral Mining
DE
updated 15 days ago

K+S Aktiengesellschaft

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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.

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How does K+S Aktiengesellschaft'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.

31

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Salt and Mineral Mining 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.

23

Industry Benchmark

K+S Aktiengesellschaft's score of 31 is higher than 58% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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K+S Aktiengesellschaft's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, K+S Aktiengesellschaft reported total carbon emissions of approximately 5,100,000,000 kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 1,900,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 200,000,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and a significant Scope 3 contribution of around 3,000,000,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions breakdown reveals major sources such as processing of sold products (approximately 1,100,000,000 kg CO2e) and upstream transportation and distribution (about 500,000,000 kg CO2e). K+S has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 10% reduction in CO2 emissions by 2030 compared to 2020 levels. Additionally, the company is committed to achieving climate neutrality by 2050. These targets encompass all scopes of emissions, reflecting a comprehensive approach to climate action. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that K+S is independently reporting its carbon footprint and climate strategies. The company continues to focus on reducing its environmental impact while maintaining operational efficiency.

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2018201920202024
Scope 1
2,400,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
Scope 2
200,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 3
-
-
-
0,000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. K+S Aktiengesellschaft's primary industry is Chemical and fertilizer minerals, salt and other mining and quarrying products n.e.c., which is low 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 K+S Aktiengesellschaft is in DE, which has a medium grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

K+S Aktiengesellschaft is not participating in any 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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