Imerys S.A., a global leader in mineral-based specialty solutions, is headquartered in France and operates extensively across Europe, North America, and Asia. Founded in 1880, the company has evolved significantly, marking key milestones in innovation and sustainability within the industrial minerals sector.
Imerys focuses on diverse industries, including ceramics, plastics, paints, and construction, offering a wide range of core products such as kaolin, talc, and calcium carbonates. What sets Imerys apart is its commitment to quality and innovation, ensuring that its solutions enhance performance and sustainability for its clients.
With a strong market position, Imerys is recognised for its expertise and has achieved notable accolades for its environmentally responsible practices, solidifying its reputation as a trusted partner in the mineral solutions industry.
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Imerys’s score of 58 is higher than 81% 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
Salt and Mineral Mining has above-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Salt and Mineral Mining industry has reduced its overall emissions by 66% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Imerys's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, Imerys reported total carbon emissions of approximately 5,812,000 kg CO2e, comprising 1,307,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 474,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and 4,031,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This data is cascaded from the parent company, Imerys S.A. Imerys has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 42% by 2030 from a 2021 base year. Additionally, the company targets a 25% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. These targets align with a 1.5°C trajectory, as validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The company also commits to reducing Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 36% relative to revenue by 2030, using 2018 as the baseline year. This dual approach reflects Imerys's dedication to sustainable practices and its proactive stance in addressing climate change.
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Imerys’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
4 goals2050
In alignment with the IMA-Europe’s “2050 Roadmap”, Imerys wi…
In alignment with the IMA-Europe’s “2050 Roadmap”, Imerys will contribute to the 2050 sectorial commitment to reduce energy consumption by h…
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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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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Data year: 2025
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