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Aquafil, officially known as Aquafil S.p.A., is a leading player in the other business services sector, headquartered in Italy. Founded in 1965, the company has established a strong presence in various operational regions, including Europe, North America, and Asia. Specialising in the production of nylon 6, Aquafil is renowned for its innovative approach to sustainability, particularly through its ECONYL® regeneration system, which transforms waste materials into high-quality nylon.
With a commitment to environmental responsibility, Aquafil has positioned itself as a pioneer in the circular economy, achieving significant milestones in recycling and resource efficiency. The company’s unique offerings not only cater to the textile and fashion industries but also extend to automotive and industrial applications, making it a versatile leader in its field. Aquafil's dedication to quality and sustainability has earned it a notable reputation, solidifying its market position as a trusted partner for eco-conscious brands.
42
DitchCarbon score
+6 vs industry average
Aquafil’s score of 42 is higher than 58% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Very Low
Business Services is among the least carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
0.146
20182025
The Business Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 25% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
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Reported emissions
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Aquafil's reported carbon emissions
Aquafil, headquartered in Italy, reported its total greenhouse gas emissions for 2024 as approximately 1.037 billion kg CO2e. This includes about 91.3 million kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 82.6 million kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions (location-based), and approximately 932.5 million kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions.
In 2023, Aquafil's total emissions were approximately 976.2 million kg CO2e, comprising about 61.7 million kg CO2e from Scope 1, 12.1 million kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and approximately 913.9 million kg CO2e from Scope 3.
Looking back, Aquafil significantly reduced its absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 16% between 2021 and 2022. The company aims to reduce its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions to near zero by the middle of this decade (2023-2025). Aquafil has also committed to joining the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) by 2025 and setting emission reduction targets aligned with limiting global warming to 1.5°C, as per the Paris Agreement. They are currently developing a climate transition plan to achieve this long-term objective. Aquafil's emissions data is sourced directly from Aquafil S.p.A.
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Aquafil’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
On track94%
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
At risk48%
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
Behind target22%
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
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Carbon Disclosure Project
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The Climate Pledge
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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Aquafil21 days ago
42
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