Climeworks
Climeworks AG, a pioneering leader in direct air capture technology, is headquartered in Switzerland (CH) and operates across various regions in Europe and North America. Founded in 2009, the company has made significant strides in the carbon removal industry, positioning itself at the forefront of climate innovation. Climeworks offers unique carbon capture solutions that enable businesses and individuals to remove CO2 from the atmosphere, contributing to global climate goals. Their flagship products, including modular CO2 collectors, stand out for their efficiency and scalability. With a commitment to sustainability, Climeworks has achieved notable milestones, such as securing partnerships with major corporations and expanding its operational capacity. As a result, the company is recognised as a key player in the transition to a carbon-neutral future, driving advancements in environmental technology.
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Climeworks's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Climeworks reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,704,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions, which accounted for about 1,700,000 kg CO2e. Within this, business travel was a major factor, contributing approximately 805,000 kg CO2e, while purchased goods and services added around 783,000 kg CO2e. Scope 2 emissions were reported at 4,000 kg CO2e, all from location-based sources. Comparatively, in 2022, Climeworks's total emissions were about 1,081,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 3 emissions again dominating at approximately 1,077,000 kg CO2e. The company has set an ambitious target to achieve net zero corporate emissions across all scopes (1-3) by 2030, starting from 2023. This commitment reflects Climeworks's dedication to addressing its carbon footprint and contributing to global climate goals. Climeworks is also a signatory of the Amazon Climate Pledge, further demonstrating its commitment to sustainability and climate action. The emissions data and climate commitments are sourced directly from Climeworks AG, with no cascaded data from parent or related organizations.
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| 2022 | 2023 | |
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| Scope 1 | - | - |
| Scope 2 | 2,000 | - |
| Scope 3 | 1,077,000 | 0,000,000 |
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