Velux
Velux, officially known as VELUX A/S, is a leading manufacturer of roof windows and skylights, headquartered in Denmark (DK). Founded in 1941, the company has established itself as a pioneer in the daylight and ventilation industry, with a strong presence across Europe, North America, and Asia. Velux is renowned for its innovative solutions that enhance indoor environments by maximising natural light and improving air quality. Their core product range includes roof windows, skylights, and blinds, all designed with energy efficiency and sustainability in mind. With a commitment to quality and design, Velux has received numerous accolades, solidifying its position as a market leader. The company continues to push boundaries in architectural daylighting, making significant contributions to both residential and commercial sectors.
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Velux's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Velux reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,153,000,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 20,000,000 kg CO2e in Scope 1, 1,000,000 kg CO2e in Scope 2 (market-based), and 1,153,000,000 kg CO2e in Scope 3. The previous year, 2023, saw slightly higher emissions of about 1,159,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 22,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 1,000,000 kg CO2e (market-based). Velux has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for carbon neutrality by 2030. This includes a 100% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions compared to a 2020 baseline. Additionally, they plan to halve emissions across their value chain by the same year. Specific initiatives include a 30% reduction in business-related air travel and a 50% reduction in average non-utilised waste per produced window by 2030. The company’s long-term goal includes removing 4.5 million tonnes CO2 through forest and biodiversity projects by 2041, which corresponds to their total carbon emissions from 1941 to 2041. These targets are part of Velux's broader sustainability strategy, which is cascaded from its parent company, VELUX A/S. Overall, Velux is actively working towards significant emissions reductions while maintaining transparency in their sustainability efforts.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 24,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 28,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,242,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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