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Rockwool International A/S, commonly known as Rockwool, is a leading manufacturer of stone wool insulation products, headquartered in Denmark (DK). Founded in 1937, the company has established a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Asia, focusing on sustainable building solutions and energy efficiency. Specialising in insulation, acoustic solutions, and fire protection, Rockwool's products are renowned for their durability and eco-friendliness. The company’s commitment to innovation has positioned it as a market leader, with notable achievements in reducing carbon footprints and enhancing energy performance in buildings. With a robust portfolio that includes thermal insulation, sound insulation, and fire-resistant materials, Rockwool continues to set industry standards, making significant contributions to sustainable construction practices worldwide.
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In 2024, Rockwool reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,586,658,000 kg CO2e, a decrease from about 2,672,000,000 kg CO2e in 2023 and 3,029,000,000 kg CO2e in 2022. The emissions breakdown for 2024 includes Scope 1 emissions at approximately 1,601,801,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at about 109,209,000 kg CO2e (market-based) and 321,955,000 kg CO2e (location-based), and Scope 3 emissions at approximately 875,648,000 kg CO2e. Rockwool has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 38% by 2034, using 2019 as the baseline year. Additionally, the company targets a 20% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. Specific interim goals include a 10% reduction in CO2 emissions per tonne of stone wool produced by 2022 and a 40% reduction in absolute emissions by 2022. The company’s long-term strategy includes achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, with a structured transition plan focusing on various levers to meet this objective. Rockwool's commitments are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), ensuring that their targets are consistent with the reductions required to limit global warming to well below 2°C. Overall, Rockwool's emissions data and climate commitments reflect a proactive approach to sustainability, with significant reductions achieved and ambitious targets set for the future.
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2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 1,110,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 310,000,000 | 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 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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