Messer
Messer Group GmbH, commonly referred to as Messer, is a leading industrial gases company headquartered in Germany. Established in 1898, Messer has grown to become a prominent player in the global market, with significant operations across Europe, Asia, and beyond. The company specialises in the production and distribution of industrial gases, including oxygen, nitrogen, and argon, catering to various sectors such as healthcare, metal fabrication, and food processing. Messer is renowned for its commitment to innovation and sustainability, offering unique solutions that enhance efficiency and reduce environmental impact. With a strong market position, the company has achieved notable milestones, including strategic acquisitions and expansions that bolster its service capabilities. As a trusted partner in the industrial gases sector, Messer continues to set benchmarks for quality and reliability.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Messer'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.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Messer's score of 17 is higher than 75% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Messer's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Messer reported a total carbon emissions figure of approximately 4,740,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2 combined, with a location-based total of about 5,090,000,000 kg CO2e. This marks a significant focus on emissions management, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed. In previous years, Messer's emissions have varied, with 2022 showing approximately 5,330,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2, and 2021 reporting about 5,460,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has consistently reported emissions across all three scopes, with Scope 3 emissions reaching approximately 2,950,000,000 kg CO2e in 2021 and 2,920,000,000 kg CO2e in 2022. Despite the lack of specific reduction targets or commitments, Messer's ongoing emissions reporting reflects an awareness of climate impact and a commitment to transparency in their carbon footprint. The company continues to monitor and disclose its emissions data, aligning with industry standards for climate accountability.
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Get Started| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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| Scope 1 | 120,225,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - |
| Scope 2 | 2,661,951,000 | 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 | 65,887,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Messer is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.
