Orano, headquartered in France, is a prominent player in the Other Business Services sector, specifically focusing on nuclear materials management and recycling. Founded in 2017, Orano has quickly established itself as a leader in the nuclear industry, building on decades of expertise from its predecessor companies.
The company operates primarily in Europe, with significant activities in regions such as North America and Asia. Orano's core services include uranium mining, fuel cycle management, and waste management solutions, all designed to promote sustainability and safety in nuclear energy.
With a commitment to innovation and environmental responsibility, Orano has achieved notable milestones, including advancements in recycling technologies that set it apart in the market. As a trusted partner in the nuclear sector, Orano continues to enhance its position through strategic initiatives and a focus on operational excellence.
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Industry Intensity
Business Services has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Business Services industry has increased its overall emissions by 24% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Orano's reported carbon emissions
Orano, headquartered in France and operating within the 'Other business services (74)' industry, reported a total of approximately 99.9 billion kg CO2e emissions in 2024. This figure encompasses Scope 1, Scope 2 (market-based and location-based), and Scope 3 emissions. **Key Emissions Data:** * **2024:** Total emissions were approximately 99.9 billion kg CO2e. * Scope 1 emissions: Approximately 172.8 million kg CO2e. * Scope 2 emissions (market-based): Approximately 116.8 million kg CO2e. * Scope 2 emissions (location-based): Approximately 160.5 million kg CO2e. * Scope 3 emissions: Approximately 4.1 billion kg CO2e, with significant contributions from purchased goods and services (about 1 billion kg CO2e), downstream transportation and distribution (about 737.3 million kg CO2e), and upstream transportation and distribution (about 449.5 million kg CO2e). * **2023:** Total emissions were approximately 106.2 billion kg CO2e. * Scope 1 emissions: Approximately 176.3 million kg CO2e. * Scope 2 emissions (market-based and location-based): Approximately 174.0 million kg CO2e. * Scope 3 emissions: Approximately 3.6 billion kg CO2e. * **2022:** Total emissions were approximately 103.1 billion kg CO2e. * Scope 1 emissions: Approximately 189.8 million kg CO2e. * Scope 2 emissions (market-based and location-based): Approximately 171.7 million kg CO2e. * Scope 3 emissions: Approximately 1.6 billion kg CO2e. * **2021:** Scope 1 and 2 emissions combined were approximately 185.9 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 data was not fully disclosed for this year. * **2020:** Total emissions were approximately 105.5 billion kg CO2e. * Scope 1 emissions: Approximately 146.4 million kg CO2e. * Scope 2 emissions: Approximately 200.5 million kg CO2e. * Scope 3 emissions: Approximately 707.7 million kg CO2e. * **2019:** Total emissions were approximately 114.4 billion kg CO2e. * Scope 1 emissions: Approximately 248.3 million kg CO2e. * Scope 2 emissions (market-based and location-based): Approximately 230.9 million kg CO2e. * Scope 3 emissions: Approximately 1.5 billion kg CO2e. * **2018:** Scope 1 and 2 emissions combined were approximately 486.5 million kg CO2e. * **2017:** Scope 1 emissions were approximately 294.8 million kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were approximately 157.4 million kg CO2e. * **2015:** Scope 1 and 2 emissions combined were approximately 732.0 million kg CO2e. * **2004:** Scope 1 and 2 emissions combined were approximately 1.15 billion kg CO2e. **Climate Commitments and Reduction Targets:** Orano is committed to contributing to carbon neutrality and has set several reduction targets: * **Near-Term Targets:** * A commitment to reduce Scope 1 and 2 market-based GHG emissions by 25% by 2025, compared to 2019 levels. * A target to reduce the "equivalent" carbon footprint across scopes 1, 2, and 3 by 20% by 2030, compared to 2019. * A target to maintain a 25% reduction on scopes 1 and 2 (market-based) in 2030 versus 2019. * **Long-Term Targets:** * A long-term goal to reduce Scope 3 emissions by 90% or achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. * A commitment to reduce direct greenhouse gas emissions to net zero or near net zero by 2050. * A long-term goal for Scope 3 upstream emissions, aiming for a 90% reduction or net-zero emissions by 2050. Orano has stated that for scopes 1 and 2, they are on track to meet their two-year and five-year reduction targets, as well as their 2030 target.
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Orano’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
7 goals2025
25% reduction in Scope 2
Orano Mining, as well as Orano, is committed to contributing to carbon neutrality, with a short-term target of reducing its direct and indir…
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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