Oerlikon, officially known as Oerlikon Management AG, is a prominent player in the furniture and other manufactured goods sector, headquartered in Switzerland (CH). Founded in the early 20th century, the company has evolved significantly, establishing a strong presence in various operational regions across Europe and beyond.
Specialising in innovative solutions for the furniture industry, Oerlikon offers a diverse range of products, including advanced textile technologies and surface solutions. Their commitment to sustainability and quality sets them apart in a competitive market. With a reputation for excellence, Oerlikon has achieved notable milestones, solidifying its position as a leader in the industry. The company continues to drive innovation, making significant contributions to the evolution of furniture manufacturing.
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Oerlikon’s score of 65 is higher than 79% 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
Furniture Manufacturing has above-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Furniture Manufacturing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 31% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
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Oerlikon's reported carbon emissions
Oerlikon's carbon emissions for 2025 totalled approximately 2.25 billion kg CO2e. This figure comprises 15.4 million kg CO2e in Scope 1 emissions, 99.3 million kg CO2e in Scope 2, and approximately 2.13 billion kg CO2e in Scope 3 emissions.
In 2024, Oerlikon reported total emissions of approximately 2.17 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 14.9 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 122.9 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 2.03 billion kg CO2e.
For 2023, total emissions were around 2.51 billion kg CO2e, consisting of 14.7 million kg CO2e for Scope 1, 123.6 million kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 2.37 billion kg CO2e for Scope 3.
Oerlikon is committed to achieving climate-neutral operations by 2030, encompassing Scope 1 and 2 emissions across all relevant sites. As part of its near-term targets, OC Oerlikon Corporation AG has committed to reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 42.0% by 2030 from a 2024 base year. Furthermore, they have committed to reducing absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions from the use of sold products by 25.0% within the same timeframe. In 2022, Oerlikon reported a 10% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions compared to their 2019 baseline. By 2023, the carbon intensity of their operations (used for their climate-neutral 2030 target) had decreased by 11.5% compared to the 2019 baseline.
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Oerlikon’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
3 goals2030
42% reduction in Scope 2
OC Oerlikon Corporation AG commits to reduce absolute scope 2 GHG emissions 42.0% by 2030 from a 2024 base year.
2030
42% reduction in Scope 1
OC Oerlikon Corporation AG commits to reduce absolute scope 1 GHG emissions 42.0% by 2030 from a 2024 base year.
2030
25% reduction in scope 3 downstream
OC Oerlikon Corporation AG also commits to reduce absolute scope 3 GHG emissions from use of sold products 25.0% within the same timeframe.
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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