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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.
+32 vs industry average
Orano’s score of 68 is higher than 77% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Business Services is among the least carbon-intensive industries
The Business Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 25% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Orano, a French "Other business services (74)" company, reported its global carbon emissions for 2025 as approximately 1.65 billion kg CO2e. This figure includes about 1.43 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, which encompass categories such as purchased goods and services (approximately 734.39 million kg CO2e) and capital goods (around 255.36 million kg CO2e). For 2024, Orano's total emissions were approximately 1.63 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 3 accounting for about 1.39 billion kg CO2e. In 2023, total emissions were around 1.47 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 3 emissions at approximately 1.20 billion kg CO2e. In 2022, Orano's total emissions were approximately 2.00 billion kg CO2e, comprising around 189.84 million kg CO2e from Scope 1, approximately 171.70 million kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and approximately 1.64 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3.
Orano has set several climate commitments. The company aims to reduce the "equivalent" carbon footprint of its activity by 20% for Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by 2030, against a 2019 baseline. Furthermore, Orano intends to maintain a 25% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 market-based greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, also compared to 2019 levels.
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
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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