Lanxess AG, a leading specialty chemicals company headquartered in Cologne, Germany, has established a strong presence in various operational regions, including Europe, North America, and Asia. Founded in 2004, Lanxess emerged from the restructuring of Bayer's chemicals division and has since achieved significant milestones, including strategic acquisitions that have expanded its product portfolio.
The company focuses on key business areas such as high-performance plastics, rubber, and intermediates, offering unique solutions that cater to diverse industries, including automotive, construction, and electronics. Lanxess is renowned for its commitment to sustainability and innovation, positioning itself as a market leader in the specialty chemicals sector. With a robust portfolio of core products and a dedication to quality, Lanxess continues to drive advancements in chemical manufacturing and application.
+58 vs industry average
Lanxess’s score of 87 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
Chemicals is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Chemicals industry has reduced its overall emissions by 6% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
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Lanxess's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, LANXESS AG reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 12.0 billion kg CO2e, comprising 847 million kg CO2e from Scope 1, 884 million kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and about 10.3 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint, aiming for a 42% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, relative to a 2021 baseline, which translates to a target of 1.3 million metric tons of CO2e. Additionally, LANXESS is committed to achieving net-zero emissions across its entire value chain by 2050, with a specific goal of reducing Scope 3 emissions by 25% by 2030. LANXESS's long-term strategy includes a significant reduction of 90% in both Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2040, compared to the 2021 baseline. The company’s climate commitments are validated by the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi), ensuring alignment with global climate goals. Furthermore, LANXESS aims to make its entire supply chain climate neutral by 2050, reflecting its dedication to sustainability and responsible environmental stewardship.
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Lanxess’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
5 goals2030
80% reduction in all scopes
Climate neutral by 2040 for Scope 1 & 2: -80% CO₂e emissions by 2030 versus 2004 Net zero by 2050 for Scope 3: -60% CO₂e emissions by 2030 v…
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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