Tessenderlo
Tessenderlo Group, often referred to simply as Tessenderlo, is a prominent Belgian company headquartered in Brussels, Belgium. Founded in 1919, Tessenderlo has established itself as a leader in the specialty chemicals and materials industry, with significant operations across Europe, North America, and Asia. The company focuses on diverse business areas, including agriculture, water treatment, and industrial applications. Tessenderlo is renowned for its innovative core products, such as fertilisers, biocides, and water treatment solutions, which are distinguished by their sustainability and efficiency. Over the years, the company has achieved notable milestones, including strategic acquisitions that have bolstered its market position. With a commitment to quality and environmental responsibility, Tessenderlo continues to be a key player in its sector, driving advancements that meet the evolving needs of its customers.
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Tessenderlo's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Tessenderlo reported total carbon emissions of approximately 6,192,428,410 kg CO2e, comprising 461,939,780 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 99,364,640 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 5,631,483,400 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This marked a significant reduction from 2023, where total emissions were about 7,574,112,190 kg CO2e. Tessenderlo has made notable commitments to reduce its carbon footprint. By 2025, the company aims to achieve a 20% reduction in CO2 emissions associated with its production processes. This target is based on the conversion of 43% of its capacity, which has already resulted in a 20% reduction in emissions for total SOP production. The company has successfully converted 14% of its capacity by 2021, leading to an equivalent reduction of 6.5% in emissions. Overall, Tessenderlo's climate strategy focuses on both immediate and long-term reductions across its operations, with a clear emphasis on Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. The company continues to monitor and report its emissions, demonstrating a commitment to transparency and accountability in its climate initiatives.
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| 2020 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,241,117,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 188,457,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Tessenderlo is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
