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Rockwool

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.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Rockwool's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

45

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Furniture Manufacturing industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

24

Industry Benchmark

Rockwool's score of 45 is higher than 94% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

94%

Rockwool's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Rockwool, headquartered in Denmark (DK), reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 1230 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 220 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and 930 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. This reflects their ongoing commitment to sustainability and climate action. Rockwool has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint, committing to a 38% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2034, using 2019 as the baseline year. Additionally, the company aims to achieve a 20% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are classified as consistent with efforts to limit global warming to well below 2°C. The company has demonstrated a proactive approach to addressing climate change, focusing on both direct emissions from its operations and indirect emissions throughout its value chain. Rockwool's commitment to reducing emissions underscores its role in the building products sector and its dedication to sustainable practices.

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Scope 1
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0,000
0,000
0,000
0,000
Scope 2
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000
000
000
000
Scope 3
23,162,000
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00,000,000
00,000,000
000
0,000
0,000
000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Rockwool's primary industry is Furniture; other manufactured goods n.e.c. (36), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Rockwool is headquartered in DK, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Rockwool is committed to some reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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