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Covestro AG, headquartered in Leverkusen, Germany, is a leading player in the chemicals nec industry, specialising in high-performance polymers and innovative materials. Founded in 2015 as a spin-off from Bayer MaterialScience, Covestro has rapidly established itself as a key provider of sustainable solutions across various sectors, including automotive, construction, and electronics.
The company’s core products, such as polycarbonate and polyurethane, are renowned for their durability and versatility, making them essential in modern manufacturing. Covestro's commitment to sustainability and circular economy principles sets it apart in the competitive landscape, driving advancements in eco-friendly materials. With a strong global presence, particularly in Europe, Asia, and the Americas, Covestro continues to achieve significant milestones, reinforcing its position as a pioneer in the chemical industry.
+12 vs industry average
Covestro’s score of 44 is higher than 58% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Chemicals is among the most carbon-intensive industries
The Chemicals industry has reduced its overall emissions by 19% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Covestro AG, a German-headquartered Chemicals nec company, reported approximately 22.83 billion kg CO2e in total emissions for 2024. This includes about 1.01 billion kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, approximately 3.84 billion kg CO2e from market-based Scope 2 emissions, and roughly 17.98 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions.
Covestro is committed to achieving net-zero Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2035. As an interim target, the company plans a 60% reduction in direct and indirect GHG emissions by 2030, compared to a 2020 baseline. For Scope 3 emissions, Covestro aims for net-zero across its entire value chain by 2050, with an intermediate target of a 30% reduction by 2035 compared to a 2021 baseline. The company also aims to reduce specific greenhouse gas emissions per metric tonne of product manufactured by 50% from a 2005 benchmark by 2025 for both Scope 1 and Scope 2. In 2020, total reported emissions were approximately 2.09 billion kg CO2e, including Scope 1 emissions of 1.25 billion kg CO2e, market-based Scope 2 emissions of 4.33 billion kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of 21.84 billion kg CO2e.
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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