De Nora, officially known as Industrie De Nora S.p.A., is a leading player in the electrochemical technologies sector, headquartered in Italy. Founded in 1923, the company has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including Europe, North America, and Asia, focusing on sustainable solutions for water treatment, energy storage, and industrial processes. With a rich history marked by innovation, De Nora is renowned for its advanced electrode technologies and water disinfection systems, which are pivotal in enhancing efficiency and sustainability. The company’s commitment to research and development has positioned it as a market leader, recognised for its unique products that cater to diverse industries, including water treatment and renewable energy. De Nora continues to drive progress in the electrochemical field, contributing significantly to environmental sustainability and industrial efficiency.
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In 2024, Industrie De Nora S.p.A. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 14617000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 14689000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based). The company’s Scope 3 emissions were significantly higher, reaching approximately 70941098000 kg CO2e. This data reflects a comprehensive disclosure of emissions across all three scopes, indicating a commitment to transparency in their environmental impact. Industrie De Nora has set ambitious climate targets, committing to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by FY2030, using FY2022 as the base year. Additionally, the company aims to increase its sourcing of renewable electricity from 3% in FY2022 to 100% by FY2030. For Scope 3 emissions, the target is a 52% reduction per EUR value added by FY2030, also from a FY2022 baseline. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are classified under the 1.5°C pathway, demonstrating a robust approach to mitigating climate change. Overall, Industrie De Nora's emissions data and climate commitments reflect a proactive stance in addressing carbon emissions, with a clear roadmap for significant reductions in the coming years.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 4,035,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 17,400,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
De Nora's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 79% last year and increased by approximately 25% since 2022, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 97% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
De Nora has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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