Sibelco, officially known as Sibelco Group, is a leading global materials solutions company headquartered in Belgium. Established in 1882, Sibelco has evolved into a key player in the industrial minerals sector, with significant operations across Europe, Asia, and the Americas. The company specialises in the extraction and processing of high-quality minerals, including silica, clay, and feldspar, which are essential for various industries such as glass, ceramics, and construction.
Sibelco's commitment to sustainability and innovation sets it apart in the market, as it continually invests in advanced technologies to enhance product quality and reduce environmental impact. With a strong market position and a reputation for reliability, Sibelco has achieved notable milestones, including strategic acquisitions that have expanded its global footprint and product offerings.
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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.
Sibelco's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Sibelco reported total carbon emissions of approximately 8.75 billion kg CO2e, comprising 239,778,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 170,301,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 8,342,118,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This marks a decrease from 2023, where total emissions were approximately 9.45 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 241,933,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 165,295,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 9,044,161,000 kg CO2e. Sibelco has committed to significant climate action, aiming for a 22.5% absolute reduction in Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, using 2021 as the base year. This commitment translates to a 5% year-on-year reduction per Euro of revenue. Additionally, Sibelco aims for 68.9% of its suppliers and customers, by emissions, to have science-based targets by 2026, covering 37% of upstream transportation and distribution emissions and 85% of processing of sold products emissions. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are classified as consistent with the reductions required to limit global warming to well below 2°C. Sibelco's headquarters is located in Belgium, and the company operates within the construction materials sector.
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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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