Sibelco
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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Sibelco's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Sibelco reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 8,752,000,000 kg CO2e. This includes 239,778,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 170,301,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions (market-based), and a significant 8,342,118,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The previous year, 2023, saw total emissions of about 9,451,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 241,933,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 165,295,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 at 9,044,161,000 kg CO2e. Sibelco has committed to reducing its Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 5% year-on-year per Euro of revenue, aiming for a total reduction of 22.5% by 2030, using 2021 as the base year. This commitment encompasses biogenic emissions and removals from bioenergy feedstocks. 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 align with the company's strategy to contribute to climate action and are classified as consistent with the reductions required to keep global warming well below 2°C. Sibelco's headquarters is located in Belgium (BE).
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 302,491,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 214,863,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 11,501,352,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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