DSM

Sustainability Report and Carbon Intensity Rankings

Is DSM doing their part?

Their DitchCarbon score is 56

DSM has a DitchCarbon Score of 56, indicating a moderate level of sustainability in their operations. This score reflects the company’s carbon intensity, which is a measure of how much carbon they emit relative to their output. A higher score would suggest a lower carbon intensity and a stronger commitment to reducing emissions.

This was calculated based on 30+ company specific emissions data points, the higher the score, the better. Check out our methodology.

Industry emissions intensity

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DSM operates within the industrial manufacturing sector, which has a medium carbon intensity ranking. Some industries are more damaging than others, this ranking gives you an indication of how carbon intensive the industry is which this company operates in.

Location emissions intensity

Very low

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Very high

DSM, located in the Netherlands, benefits from the country’s very low carbon intensity rating, indicating a greener energy grid. This advantageous position supports the company’s sustainability efforts by reducing its carbon footprint through local energy consumption.

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The Ultimate Guide to Building Sustainability Into Procurement​​

In this guide you can learn about the three stages of sustainable procurement.

Stage 1) – Identify and Communicate
Sustainability Maturity

Stage 2) – Start to Give Preference to Mature Suppliers

Stage 3) – Make Climate Action a “Hard” Measure for Procurement

14.71%

...this company is doing 14.71% better in emissions than the industry average.

Royal DSM, founded in 1902 and headquartered in Heerlen, operates within the industrial manufacturing sector, specializing in health, nutrition, and materials. As a science-based company, DSM leverages its expertise in Life Sciences and Materials Sciences to foster sustainable development across various industries. With a workforce of around 25,000, DSM offers innovative solutions in markets such as food, dietary supplements, personal care, and automotive, generating annual net sales of approximately €10 billion.

emission intelligence's platform recommendations for DSM

DSM should set clear, science-informed targets for reducing their Scope 3 emissions and foster eco-friendly practices throughout their supply chain, which could potentially lower their emissions by 35%.

Good news, DSM has set science-based climate action targets

DSM has established Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) commitments to significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions from their operations, aligning with the ambitious goal of limiting global warming to 1.5°C. These targets encompass both direct emissions from their facilities and indirect emissions from purchased energy.
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