Orbia Sustainability Profile
Orbia, officially known as Orbia Advance Corporation, is a leading global company headquartered in Mexico (MX) with significant operations across North America, Europe, and Latin America. Founded in 1956, Orbia has established itself in the polymer and infrastructure sectors, focusing on innovative solutions for water management, building and construction, and agriculture. The company’s core offerings include advanced piping systems and sustainable materials, particularly through its well-known subsidiary, Wavin. Orbia's commitment to sustainability and efficiency sets it apart in the industry, positioning it as a key player in addressing global challenges such as water scarcity and climate change. With a strong market presence and a reputation for quality, Orbia continues to achieve notable milestones, reinforcing its status as a leader in the infrastructure and materials sector.
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Orbia's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Orbia Advance Corporation, headquartered in Mexico (MX), reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 14,900,670 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 2 sources. This includes 517,410,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 972,657,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company also disclosed significant Scope 3 emissions, amounting to about 57,119,954,000 kg CO2e, primarily from the use of sold products and end-of-life treatment. Orbia has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 47% by 2030, using 2019 as the base year. This target is aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and is part of a broader strategy to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. Additionally, the company plans to reduce its Scope 3 emissions by 30% within the same timeframe. In 2025, Orbia aims to further reduce sulfur oxide (SOx) emissions by 60%, targeting a decrease from 1,355 tonnes to 1,075 tonnes. This commitment reflects the company's ongoing efforts to enhance its sustainability practices and mitigate its environmental impact. Overall, Orbia's climate strategy is focused on significant reductions across all scopes of emissions, demonstrating a proactive approach to addressing climate change and contributing to global sustainability goals.
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| 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 357,084,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | - |
| Scope 2 | 507,718,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 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 | - |
| Scope 3 | 864,802,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | - | 00,000,000,000 | - |
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Orbia's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Orbia's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 35% last year and increased significantly since 2010, 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 "End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 65% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Orbia's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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.
Orbia 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.
