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Alzchem Group AG

Common Name
Alzchem Group
Country
Germany
Sector
Basic Materials
Industry
Specialty Chemicals
Employees
1,565
Ticker
ACT
Exchange
Deutsche Börse Frankfurt
Description
AlzChem Group AG is a vertically integrated specialty chemicals company with roots dating back to 1908, renowned for its leadership in niche markets including Health & Pharma, Human & Animal Nutrition...

Alzchem Group's GHG Emissions Data Preview

In 2025, Alzchem Group completed a corporate carbon footprint assessment and publicly disclosed its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions according to the GHG Protocol, covering Scope 1 (direct emissions from owned or controlled sources), Scope 2 (indirect emissions from purchased energy) and Scope 3 (indirect emissions across the value chain).

Alzchem Group has also provided a category-level breakdown for 2 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.

Metric (tCO2e)2025202420232022-2019
Total Scope 1
109,977a
103,103a
N/A
Total Scope 2
Market-Based
135,589a
131,589a
N/A
Location-Based
160,249a
155,598a
N/A
Total Scope 3
352,392a
345,308a
N/A
Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M)
166.416a
178.7683a
N/A
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a. Alzchem Group's Annual Report 2025

Insights into Alzchem Group's Operational Emissions

In 2025, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Alzchem Group amounted to 270,226 metric tons of CO2 equivalent. This figure includes both direct emissions from owned or controlled sources (Scope 1) and indirect emissions from purchased energy (Scope 2).a

Compared to 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Alzchem Group increased by 4.45%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing its emissions from its core operations.a

Alzchem Group's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time

202220242025030 k60 k90 k120 ktCO2e-2%+7%
  • Total Scope 1
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Alzchem Group's Scope 1 emissions?

In 2025, the total Scope 1 emissions of Alzchem Group were 109,977 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a

Has Alzchem Group reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?

Since 2022, Alzchem Group's Scope 1 emissions have increased by 4.2%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time.a

Compared to the previous year (2024), Alzchem Group's Scope 1 emissions increased by 6.67%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions from its directly owned or controlled operations.a

What are Alzchem Group's Scope 2 emissions?

In 2025, Alzchem Group reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 135,589 tCO₂e using the market-based method and 160,249 tCO₂e using the location-based method.a

Has Alzchem Group reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?

Since 2022, Alzchem Group's Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions (Location-Based) have decreased by 32.38%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 2 emissions over time.a

Compared to the previous year (2024), Alzchem Group's Scope 2 emissions (Location-Based) have remained relatively stable, indicating that Alzchem Group's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint.a

What methodology does Alzchem Group use for Scope 2 reporting?

In 2025, Alzchem Group reported its Scope 2 emissions using the market-based method and using the location-based method.a

Alzchem Group's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time

2022202420250150 k300 k450 k600 ktCO2e
  • Total Scope 2 Location-Based
  • Total Scope 2 Market-Based

Insights into Alzchem Group's Value Chain Emissions

In 2025, Alzchem Group reported 352,392 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) of Scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, representing indirect emissions across its upstream and downstream value chain.a

The 2025 disclosure of Alzchem Group includes a breakdown across 2 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, matching the level of disclosure in 2024, demonstrating consistent Scope 3 emissions reporting coverage year over year.a

Alzchem Group's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time

202220242025090 k180 k270 k360 ktCO2e-3%+2%
  • Total Scope 3
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Alzchem Group's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2025, Alzchem Group reported total Scope 3 emissions of 352,392 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a

Approximately 100% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 0% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment.a

Has Alzchem Group reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?

Since 2022, Alzchem Group's Scope 3 emissionshave remained relatively stable, indicating that Alzchem Group's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its value chain footprint.a

Compared to the previous year (2024), Alzchem Group's Scope 3 emissions remained relatively stable, indicating that Alzchem Group's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its value chain footprint.a

What categories of Scope 3 emissions does Alzchem Group disclose?

In 2025, Alzchem Group reported emissions for 2 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol.a

The limited disclosure restricts visibility into specific emission sources across the company's value chain.

What are the main sources of Alzchem Group's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2025, the largest contributors to Alzchem Group's Scope 3 emissions were:a

  • Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 319,417 tCO₂e (90.64%)
  • Waste Generated in Operations (Cat. 5): 32,975 tCO₂e (9.36%)

Alzchem Group's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories

Purchased Goods andServices (Cat. 1)(90.6%)Waste Generated inOperations (Cat. 5)(9.4%)

Insights into Alzchem Group’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers

In 2025, Alzchem Group reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 109,977 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 661 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 166.42 tCO₂e per millions USD.a

Alzchem Group's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers

2050020,000500,00010,000,000Scope 1 Emissions (tCO2e)502002,00010,00050,000Revenues (Millions of USD)Crete Plastics S.aYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,587 tCO2eRevenue: $M 401Scope 1 Intensity: 3.96 tCO2e/$MSP GroupYear: 2025Scope 1: 3,533 tCO2eRevenue: $M 464Scope 1 Intensity: 7.61 tCO2e/$MEPC GroupeYear: 2025Scope 1: 26,040 tCO2eRevenue: $M 634Scope 1 Intensity: 41.10 tCO2e/$MVictrexYear: 2024Scope 1: 18,085 tCO2eRevenue: $M 396Scope 1 Intensity: 45.62 tCO2e/$MHartalega HoldingsYear: 2025Scope 1: 505,119 tCO2eRevenue: $M 583Scope 1 Intensity: 866.89 tCO2e/$MHimadri Speciality ChemicalYear: 2024Scope 1: 409,576 tCO2eRevenue: $M 502Scope 1 Intensity: 816.22 tCO2e/$MGujarat FluorochemicalsYear: 2025Scope 1: 709,492 tCO2eRevenue: $M 554Scope 1 Intensity: 1,279.57 tCO2e/$MXinjiang Daqo New EnergyYear: 2023Scope 1: 290 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,297Scope 1 Intensity: 0.13 tCO2e/$MLinde IndiaYear: 2025Scope 1: 2,864 tCO2eRevenue: $M 291Scope 1 Intensity: 9.84 tCO2e/$MZhongfu Shenying Carbon FiberYear: 2023Scope 1: 4,642 tCO2eRevenue: $M 318Scope 1 Intensity: 14.60 tCO2e/$MChina Rare Earth Resources and TechnologyYear: 2023Scope 1: 5,931 tCO2eRevenue: $M 561Scope 1 Intensity: 10.57 tCO2e/$MAvia AvianYear: 2024Scope 1: 2,680 tCO2eRevenue: $M 464Scope 1 Intensity: 5.77 tCO2e/$MElementisYear: 2024Scope 1: 48,889 tCO2eRevenue: $M 604Scope 1 Intensity: 80.97 tCO2e/$MGNMIYear: 2023Scope 1: 53 tCO2eRevenue: $M 150Scope 1 Intensity: 0.35 tCO2e/$MHuabao International HoldingsYear: 2023Scope 1: 7,065 tCO2eRevenue: $M 465Scope 1 Intensity: 15.18 tCO2e/$MBloomage BiotechnologyYear: 2023Scope 1: 43,555 tCO2eRevenue: $M 855Scope 1 Intensity: 50.95 tCO2e/$MEvonik IndustriesYear: 2025Scope 1: 2,990,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 16,540Scope 1 Intensity: 180.77 tCO2e/$MWacker ChemieYear: 2025Scope 1: 1,154,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,449Scope 1 Intensity: 178.95 tCO2e/$MFuchsYear: 2025Scope 1: 34,235 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,189Scope 1 Intensity: 8.17 tCO2e/$MBrenntagYear: 2024Scope 1: 185,546 tCO2eRevenue: $M 16,897Scope 1 Intensity: 10.98 tCO2e/$MCovestroYear: 2025Scope 1: 780,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 15,215Scope 1 Intensity: 51.26 tCO2e/$MSymriseYear: 2025Scope 1: 312,142 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,795Scope 1 Intensity: 53.86 tCO2e/$MLanxessYear: 2025Scope 1: 847,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,670Scope 1 Intensity: 127.00 tCO2e/$MVerbioYear: 2025Scope 1: 271,832 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,853Scope 1 Intensity: 146.72 tCO2e/$MAlzchem GroupYear: 2025Scope 1: 109,977 tCO2eRevenue: $M 661Scope 1 Intensity: 166.42 tCO2e/$M

How does Alzchem Group's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?

In 2025, Alzchem Group reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 166.42 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 43.36, this places the company above its industry benchmark, indicating it is less carbon-efficient than most competitors.a

Where does Alzchem Group rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?

In 2025, Alzchem Group ranked 20 out of 24 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD).a

This places Alzchem Group among the least efficient performers, with one of the highest emissions intensities in its sector.a

Insights into Alzchem Group's Total Carbon Footprint

In 2025, Alzchem Group reported a total carbon footprint of 622,618 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 3.08% increase compared to 2024, suggesting a rise in emissions across its operations or value chain.a

The largest contributor to Alzchem Group's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 56.6% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 2 emissions at 25.74%.a

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