Oerlikon Sustainability Profile
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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Oerlikon's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Oerlikon reported total carbon emissions of approximately 144,100,000 kg CO2e, comprising 18,300,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 125,800,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. This marks a slight decrease from 2023, where emissions were about 145,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 18,900,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 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 sourced exclusively from renewable resources. The company has also reported a reduction in GHG emissions intensity, lowering its carbon intensity for Scope 1 and 2 to 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 overall carbon footprint.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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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Oerlikon's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Oerlikon has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
