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Orbia, officially known as Orbia Advance Corporation, is a leading global company headquartered in Mexico (MX) with significant operations across North America, Europe, and Latin America. Founded in 1956, Orbia has established itself in the polymer and infrastructure sectors, focusing on innovative solutions for water management, building and construction, and agriculture. The company’s core offerings include advanced piping systems and sustainable materials, particularly through its well-known subsidiary, Wavin. Orbia's commitment to sustainability and efficiency sets it apart in the industry, positioning it as a key player in addressing global challenges such as water scarcity and climate change. With a strong market presence and a reputation for quality, Orbia continues to achieve notable milestones, reinforcing its status as a leader in the infrastructure and materials sector.
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In 2024, Orbia reported total carbon emissions of approximately 65,821,141,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across Scope 1 (517,410,000 kg CO2e), Scope 2 (972,657,000 kg CO2e), and a significant Scope 3 contribution. The combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions totalled about 1,490,067,000 kg CO2e. Orbia has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 47% by 2030, based on a 2019 baseline. This target is aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and is part of a broader strategy to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. Additionally, the company aims to reduce Scope 3 emissions from the use and end-of-life treatment of sold products by 30% within the same timeframe. The company’s emissions data is sourced from Orbia Advance Corporation, S.A.B. de C.V., reflecting its operational control. Orbia's commitment to sustainability is further underscored by its focus on reducing sulfur oxide (SOx) emissions by 60% by 2025, demonstrating a proactive approach to environmental stewardship.
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2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 357,084,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 507,718,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 864,802,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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