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Linde plc, commonly referred to as Linde, is a leading player in the field of Other Basic Inorganic Chemical Manufacturing, with its headquarters situated in the United Kingdom. The company operates across multiple regions, serving diverse industrial sectors with a focus on gases and related technologies. Founded in 2018 through the merger of Linde and Praxair, it has established itself as a major force in industrial gases production and supply.
Linde’s core offerings include oxygen, nitrogen, argon, and other speciality gases, which are essential for industries such as healthcare, manufacturing, and energy. Its innovative approach and extensive global footprint have positioned it as a key market leader, recognised for its commitment to safety, sustainability, and technological advancement in the inorganic chemicals sector.
81
DitchCarbon score
-2 vs industry average
Linde’s score of 81 is lower than 47% 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
Very High
Other Basic Inorganic Chemical Manufacturing is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
0.905
20182025
The Other Basic Inorganic Chemical Manufacturing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 9% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
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Reported emissions
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Linde's reported carbon emissions
Linde plc, a company in the Other Basic Inorganic Chemical Manufacturing industry headquartered in Great Britain, has outlined significant climate commitments. For the reporting year 2025, Linde reported total global GHG emissions of approximately 35.8 billion kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of approximately 16.4 billion kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (market-based) of approximately 19.4 billion kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalling approximately 24.6 billion kg CO2e.
The company has set ambitious reduction targets:
- Climate Neutrality by 2050: Linde aims to achieve climate neutrality by 2050.
- 35% Absolute Reduction by 2035: Linde has committed to a 35% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 2035, using a 2021 baseline.
- 30% Absolute Reduction by 2030: More specifically, Linde aims to reduce its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 30% from a 2020 baseline by 2030.
- 10% Absolute Reduction by 2028: Linde also targets a 10% reduction in absolute Scope 1 emissions by 2028.
- 35% Intensity Improvement by 2028: The company is working towards a 35% improvement in GHG intensity (relative to EBITDA) by 2028.
Linde's climate strategy involves initiatives such as developing carbon capture and sequestration projects and increasing the sourcing of low-carbon energy. Their Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) commitments align with these goals, indicating a strong focus on decarbonisation across their operations.
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Linde’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
4 goals2035
35% reduction in Scope 2
Linde plc commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 35% by 2035 from a 2021 base year*. *The target boundary includes biogenic…
On track35%
2035
35% reduction in Scope 2
On track35%
2035
35% reduction in Scope 1
Behind target35%
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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Linde18 days ago
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Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Linde’s sustainability data and climate commitments
Linde's total greenhouse gas emissions in 2025 were approximately 35.8 million metric tons of CO₂e. The emissions primarily stem from hydrogen production and electricity consumption at air separation plants, which together account for the largest share of the footprint. This figure reflects a significant environmental impact within the Other Basic Inorganic Chemical Manufacturing sector. The company reports these emissions annually, providing stakeholders with transparency on its environmental footprint and progress toward its climate goals, including its commitment to reduce absolute emissions by 35% by 2035 from a 2021 baseline.
Data year: 2025
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