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Construction Material Reprocessing
DK
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Velux Sustainability Profile

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Velux, officially known as VELUX A/S, is a leading manufacturer of roof windows and skylights, headquartered in Denmark (DK). Founded in 1941, the company has established itself as a pioneer in the daylight and ventilation industry, with a strong presence across Europe, North America, and Asia. Velux is renowned for its innovative solutions that enhance indoor environments by maximising natural light and improving air quality. Their core product range includes roof windows, skylights, and blinds, all designed with energy efficiency and sustainability in mind. With a commitment to quality and design, Velux has received numerous accolades, solidifying its position as a market leader. The company continues to push boundaries in architectural daylighting, making significant contributions to both residential and commercial sectors.

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85

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Construction Material Reprocessing industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

25

Industry Benchmark

Velux's score of 85 is higher than 93% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

93%

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Velux's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Velux reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,174,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 20,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 1,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 1,153,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 100% reduction in both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030, compared to a 2020 baseline. Additionally, Velux plans to halve carbon emissions across its value chain by 2030. Velux's climate strategy is part of a broader commitment to achieve carbon neutrality by 2030, which includes significant reductions in business-related air travel and waste management. The company also aims to reduce energy intensity by 56% by 2030, using 2015 as a baseline. These targets are cascaded from its parent company, VELUX A/S, reflecting a unified approach to sustainability within the corporate family.

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20202021202220232024
Scope 1
24,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 2
28,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
1,242,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Velux's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Velux's primary industry is Construction Material Reprocessing, which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Velux's Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Velux is in DK, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Velux's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Velux's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 1% last year and decreased by approximately 7% since 2020, 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 72% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Purchased Goods and Services
72%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
12%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
8%
Capital Goods
3%
Business Travel
2%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
1%
Use of Sold Products
<1%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%
Upstream Leased Assets
<1%

Velux'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.

Velux 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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