Linde Aktiengesellschaft
Linde Aktiengesellschaft, commonly referred to as Linde, is a leading global industrial gases and engineering company headquartered in Germany. Established in 1879, Linde has evolved into a key player in the gas industry, with significant operations across Europe, North America, and Asia. The company specialises in the production and distribution of atmospheric and process gases, including oxygen, nitrogen, and hydrogen, which are essential for various sectors such as healthcare, manufacturing, and energy. Linde is renowned for its innovative technologies and commitment to sustainability, particularly in the development of hydrogen solutions for a cleaner energy future. With a strong market position, Linde has achieved notable milestones, including its merger with Praxair in 2018, which solidified its status as one of the largest industrial gas companies worldwide.
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Linde Aktiengesellschaft's score of 15 is higher than 76% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Linde Aktiengesellschaft's reported carbon emissions
In 2020, Linde Aktiengesellschaft reported total carbon emissions of approximately 84,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 51,213,000 kg CO2e, which comprise process emissions (approximately 1,301,000 kg CO2e) and stationary combustion (around 12,100,000 kg CO2e). Scope 2 emissions totalled about 21,364,000 kg CO2e, primarily from purchased electricity (approximately 20,857,000 kg CO2e) and purchased heat (around 507,000 kg CO2e). Additionally, Scope 3 emissions were reported at approximately 11,464,000 kg CO2e. Despite the significant emissions, Linde has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing their carbon footprint. The absence of defined climate pledges or science-based targets suggests that while Linde acknowledges its emissions, it may not have formalised commitments to reduce them at this time. As a major player in the industrial gases sector, Linde's climate strategy will be crucial in addressing the growing demand for sustainable practices within the industry.
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| 2020 | |
|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 51,213,000 |
| Scope 2 | 21,364,000 |
| Scope 3 | 11,464,000 |
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Linde 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.
