Albemarle Corporation, a leading player in the chemical and fertilizer minerals sector, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1994, the company has established itself as a key provider of lithium, bromine, and catalyst solutions, serving diverse industries including energy storage and agriculture. With major operations across North America, South America, and Asia, Albemarle is renowned for its innovative approach to mining and quarrying products, particularly in lithium extraction, which is crucial for electric vehicle batteries.
The company’s commitment to sustainability and advanced technology has positioned it as a market leader, achieving significant milestones in production efficiency and environmental stewardship. Albemarle's unique product offerings, such as high-purity lithium compounds, set it apart in a competitive landscape, making it a vital contributor to the global transition towards cleaner energy solutions.
+21 vs industry average
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Industry Intensity
Salt and Mineral Mining has above-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Salt and Mineral Mining industry has reduced its overall emissions by 42% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Albemarle's reported carbon emissions
Albemarle, a US-based chemical and fertilizer minerals company, reported a total of approximately 3.8 billion kg CO2e in emissions for 2025. This figure comprises approximately 853 million kg CO2e for Scope 1, approximately 26 million kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and approximately 2.7 billion kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions.
In 2024, Albemarle's total emissions were approximately 3.35 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 contributing about 753 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 (market-based) at approximately 241 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at approximately 2.36 billion kg CO2e.
For 2023, the company reported a total of approximately 3.24 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 728 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 (market-based) at about 273 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at approximately 2.24 billion kg CO2e.
Albemarle is committed to reducing its climate impact. The company aims to reduce the scope 1 and 2 carbon intensity of its Specialties business by 35% by 2030, using a 2019 baseline, in alignment with science-based targets. Additionally, Albemarle has a target to reduce SOx emissions by 90% by 2027, compared to a 2022 baseline.
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Albemarle’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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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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