Altana
Altana, officially known as Altana AG, is a leading innovator in the field of advanced materials and digital solutions, headquartered in Germany. Founded in 1977, the company has established a strong presence in Europe and North America, focusing on the development of high-performance materials for various industries, including automotive, aerospace, and electronics. With a commitment to sustainability and innovation, Altana offers a diverse range of products, including specialty chemicals and digital services that enhance manufacturing processes. Their unique approach combines cutting-edge technology with a deep understanding of customer needs, positioning them as a key player in the global market. Notable achievements include significant advancements in eco-friendly materials, reinforcing Altana's reputation as a forward-thinking leader in the industry.
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Altana's score of 40 is higher than 67% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Altana's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Altana AG reported total carbon emissions of approximately 106,404 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 27,332 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and 160,734 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. The total emissions for Scope 1 and 2 combined were about 879,300 kg CO2e. In 2023, the company recorded emissions of about 76,393 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 1,377 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and 129,047 kg CO2e for Scope 3, indicating a significant increase in emissions across all scopes in 2024 compared to 2023. Altana has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2050. The company plans to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50.4% by 2032 from a 2021 baseline and achieve a 90% reduction in these emissions by 2040. Additionally, Altana targets a 30% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions by 2032, escalating to a 90% reduction by 2050. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Altana's commitment to sustainability within the chemicals sector. The company is actively working towards these goals, with a near-term focus on offsetting emissions generated in Scope 1, Scope 2, and selected categories of Scope 3 by 2025.
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| 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 130,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 123,600,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000 | 000,000 |
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Altana is participating in some of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
