LyondellBasell Industries N.V., commonly referred to as LyondellBasell, is a leading global player in the chemical and plastics industry, headquartered in the Netherlands. Founded in 2005, the company has rapidly established itself as a key provider of innovative solutions across various sectors, including packaging, automotive, and construction. With major operational regions spanning North America, Europe, and Asia, LyondellBasell is renowned for its production of polyolefins, advanced polymer products, and chemical intermediates. The company’s commitment to sustainability and innovation sets it apart, as it continually develops unique materials that enhance performance while reducing environmental impact. LyondellBasell's market position is bolstered by its extensive portfolio and strategic partnerships, making it a notable leader in the industry.
How does Lyondellbasell'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.
Mean score of companies in the Chemicals 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.
Lyondellbasell's score of 62 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2024, LyondellBasell reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 132,000,000,000 kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 15,000,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 7,100,000,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling around 111,700,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 42% absolute reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030, relative to a 2020 baseline. Additionally, LyondellBasell is targeting a 30% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by the same year. The company has also committed to achieving net zero greenhouse gas emissions from its global operations (Scope 1 and Scope 2) by 2050. This long-term goal aligns with their Carbon Reduction Program, which focuses on reducing emissions from their most energy-intensive manufacturing sites. LyondellBasell's proactive approach to climate action reflects its commitment to sustainability within the global chemical industry.
Access structured emissions data, company-specific emission factors, and source documents
2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Scope 1 | 13,300,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 8,500,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 |
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.
Lyondellbasell is participating in some 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.