Evonik
Evonik Industries AG, commonly referred to as Evonik, is a leading global player in the specialty chemicals sector, headquartered in Essen, Germany. Founded in 2001, the company has rapidly established itself as a key innovator in various industries, including automotive, pharmaceuticals, and agriculture. With a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Asia, Evonik focuses on high-performance materials and innovative solutions that enhance product performance and sustainability. Its core offerings include silicas, polymers, and additives, which are distinguished by their exceptional quality and tailored applications. Evonik's commitment to research and development has positioned it as a market leader, consistently achieving notable milestones in sustainability and efficiency. The company's dedication to innovation and customer-centric solutions underscores its reputation as a trusted partner in the specialty chemicals industry.
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Evonik's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Evonik Industries AG reported total carbon emissions of approximately 26.7 million tonnes CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 3.39 million tonnes CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at around 1.67 million tonnes CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching approximately 36.1 million tonnes CO2e. This represents a significant increase in total emissions compared to 2023, where total emissions were about 24.2 million tonnes CO2e, with Scope 1 at 3.89 million tonnes CO2e, Scope 2 at 1.4 million tonnes CO2e, and Scope 3 at 18.9 million tonnes CO2e. Evonik has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50% by 2025, using 2008 as a baseline. Additionally, they have committed to a 25% reduction in these emissions between 2021 and 2030. For Scope 3 emissions, the company targets a 15% reduction from upstream activities by 2025, compared to 2020 levels. Evonik's long-term goal is to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050, with interim targets validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals. The company is actively modernising its facilities, including the construction of a new gas and steam turbine power plant to phase out coal-fired power generation, as part of its broader climate strategy.
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| 2008 | 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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| Scope 1 | 9,029,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | - | 00,000,000,000 | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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