Xella
Xella International GmbH, commonly known as Xella, is a leading provider of innovative building materials and solutions, headquartered in Duisburg, Germany. Established in 2006, the company has rapidly expanded its operations across Europe, with a strong presence in key markets such as France, the Netherlands, and the UK. Specialising in the production of aerated concrete, lightweight concrete blocks, and insulation materials, Xella is renowned for its commitment to sustainability and energy efficiency. Their core products, including Ytong and Hebel, are distinguished by their superior thermal performance and eco-friendly properties, making them ideal for modern construction needs. With a robust market position, Xella has achieved significant milestones, including numerous industry awards for innovation and sustainability. The company continues to lead the way in the building materials sector, providing solutions that meet the evolving demands of the construction industry.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Xella'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.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Xella's score of 39 is higher than 96% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Xella's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Xella International GmbH reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 2,927,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 270,192,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions reaching approximately 2,127,630,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 42% by 2030, using 2021 as the base year. Additionally, Xella targets a 25% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services within the same timeframe. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to contribute to limiting global warming to 1.5°C. In previous years, Xella's emissions were significant, with 2022 emissions at approximately 2,843,000,000 kg CO2e, 2021 at about 3,103,000,000 kg CO2e, and 2020 at around 656,386,000 kg CO2e. The company has demonstrated a commitment to sustainability and reducing its carbon footprint, reflecting a proactive approach to climate change within the construction materials sector.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 480,723,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 273,702,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Xella 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.
