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Textile Manufacturing
AT
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Lenzing

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Lenzing AG, headquartered in Austria (AT), is a leading player in the global textile and fibre industry, renowned for its innovative and sustainable solutions. Founded in 1938, Lenzing has established itself as a pioneer in the production of high-quality cellulose fibres, including TENCEL™ and LENZING™ ECOVERO™, which are celebrated for their eco-friendly credentials and exceptional softness. With major operations across Europe, Asia, and the Americas, Lenzing is committed to sustainability and circular economy principles, setting benchmarks in the industry. The company’s unique production processes utilise renewable resources, ensuring minimal environmental impact while delivering premium products. Lenzing's dedication to innovation and sustainability has positioned it as a market leader, earning numerous accolades for its contributions to sustainable fashion and textile manufacturing.

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70

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Textile Manufacturing 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.

14

Industry Benchmark

Lenzing's score of 70 is higher than 90% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Lenzing's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Lenzing AG reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 3,230,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 1,280,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 400,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and 1,540,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This represents a significant increase from 2023, where total emissions were about 2,900,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 1,170,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 340,000,000 kg CO2e. Lenzing has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 50% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions per ton of product by 2030 compared to 2017 levels. This target applies to both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Additionally, the company is committed to achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050. Near-term targets include a 42% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions and a 25% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by 2030, using 2021 as the baseline year. Lenzing's lyocell facility in Prachinburi, Thailand, is on track to achieve carbon neutrality for Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, utilising 100% bioenergy, with a medium-term goal of 95% biomass energy by 2027. These initiatives reflect Lenzing's commitment to sustainability and its alignment with science-based targets, as recognised by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).

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2014201620172018201920202021202220232024
Scope 1
1,140,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
Scope 2
660,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 3
-
-
0,000,000,000
-
-
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Lenzing's primary industry is Textiles (17), which is medium 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 Lenzing is in AT, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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