Sika Sustainability Profile
Sika AG, a leading global supplier of specialty chemicals, is headquartered in Switzerland (CH) and operates extensively across Europe, North America, and Asia. Founded in 1910, Sika has established itself as a key player in the construction and automotive industries, providing innovative solutions that enhance durability and sustainability. The company’s core offerings include adhesives, sealants, and concrete additives, all designed to improve performance and efficiency in various applications. Sika's commitment to research and development has led to numerous industry milestones, positioning it as a trusted partner for construction professionals worldwide. With a strong market presence and a reputation for quality, Sika continues to drive advancements in material technology, making significant contributions to modern infrastructure and building projects.
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Sika's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Sika AG reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 15.8 billion kg CO2e, comprising 169 million kg CO2e from Scope 1, 68 million kg CO2e from Scope 2, and about 15.6 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This represents a slight increase from 2023, where total emissions were approximately 15.4 billion kg CO2e. Sika has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 12% reduction in CO2e emissions per ton sold for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 by 2023. Additionally, the company has committed to achieving net-zero emissions across its value chain by 2050, with interim targets of reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50.4% by 2032 from a 2022 baseline. For Scope 3 emissions, Sika aims for a 30% reduction within the same timeframe. Furthermore, Sika's long-term targets include a 90% reduction in absolute emissions across all scopes by 2050, aligning with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure these goals are consistent with limiting global warming to well below 2°C. These commitments reflect Sika's proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint.
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| 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 50,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Sika's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Sika's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 3% last year and increased significantly since 2019, 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 "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 52% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Sika'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.
Sika 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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