Oerlikon, officially known as Oerlikon Management AG, is a leading global technology and engineering company headquartered in Switzerland (CH). Founded in 1906, Oerlikon has established itself as a key player in the surface solutions, polymer processing, and advanced materials industries, with significant operations across Europe, Asia, and North America. The company is renowned for its innovative core products and services, including advanced coating technologies and high-performance polymers, which enhance the durability and efficiency of various applications. Oerlikon's commitment to sustainability and cutting-edge technology has positioned it as a market leader, consistently achieving notable milestones in research and development. With a strong focus on customer-centric solutions, Oerlikon continues to drive advancements in multiple sectors, solidifying its reputation as a trusted partner in the global industrial landscape.
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In 2024, Oerlikon reported total carbon emissions of approximately 144,100,000 kg CO2e, comprising about 18,300,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 125,800,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This marks a slight decrease from 2023, where total emissions were about 145,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 18,900,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at about 126,100,000 kg CO2e. Over the past few years, Oerlikon has made significant strides in reducing its emissions, achieving a 10% reduction in both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2022 compared to a 2019 baseline. Oerlikon has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for climate neutrality across all operations by 2030. This includes implementing energy management systems at all sites and transitioning to energy derived exclusively from renewable resources. The company has also reported a reduction in GHG emissions intensity, achieving approximately 53.8 tCO2e per million CHF in 2023, down from 60.9 tCO2e per million CHF in 2019, representing an 11.5% improvement. Oerlikon's emissions data is sourced directly from OC Oerlikon Corporation AG, with no cascaded data from parent or related organizations. The company continues to focus on enhancing its sustainability practices and reducing its carbon footprint in line with industry standards.
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2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 14,900,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 143,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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