Carbios, a pioneering French biotechnology company, is headquartered in Clermont-Ferrand, France. Founded in 2011, Carbios focuses on the development of innovative solutions for the plastics and textile industries, particularly through its groundbreaking enzymatic recycling technology. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the successful demonstration of its PET plastic recycling process, which utilises enzymes to break down plastics into their original monomers. Carbios stands out in the market with its unique approach to sustainability, offering a circular economy solution that addresses the global plastic waste crisis. With a strong commitment to environmental responsibility, the company has garnered recognition for its advancements in biorecycling, positioning itself as a leader in the biotechnology sector. Through its core services, Carbios aims to revolutionise the way plastics are recycled, contributing to a more sustainable future.
How does Carbios'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.
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In 2023, Carbios reported total carbon emissions of approximately 6,392,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 100,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 168,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 6,123,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has shown a commitment to transparency in its emissions reporting, with data disclosed across all three scopes. Comparatively, in 2022, Carbios's total emissions were about 4,757,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 68,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 37,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 4,757,000 kg CO2e. In 2021, the total was approximately 2,540,000 kg CO2e, comprising 40,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 120,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 2,500,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. Despite the increase in total emissions in 2023, Carbios has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or commitments to frameworks such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The company operates independently, with no emissions data cascaded from a parent organisation. Carbios's climate commitments remain vague, and further details on future initiatives or targets would be beneficial for understanding their long-term sustainability strategy.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 40,000 | 00,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 120,000 | 00,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 2,500,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Carbios has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

