Gurit Holding AG

Common Name
Gurit Holding
Country
Switzerland
Sector
Basic Materials
Industry
Specialty Chemicals
Employees
2,291
Ticker
GURN
Exchange
SIX SWISS EXCHANGE
Description
Gurit Holding AG is a Swiss-based industrial company specializing in the development, production, and marketing of advanced composite materials and related engineering solutions. The company's core ac...

Gurit Holding's GHG Emissions Data Preview

In 2024, Gurit Holding 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).

Gurit Holding has also provided a category-level breakdown for 11 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.

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Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M)
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a. Gurit Holding's Sustainability Report 2024
a. Gurit Holding's Sustainability Report 2024
b. Gurit Holding's Sustainability Report 2021
b. Gurit Holding's Sustainability Report 2021

Insights into Gurit Holding's Operational Emissions

In 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Gurit Holding amounted to 37,074 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 2023, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Gurit Holding decreased by 2.52%, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its operations. a

Gurit Holding's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time

2020202120222023202403.5 k7 k10.5 k14 ktCO2e-16%-3%+6%-5%
  • Total Scope 1
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Gurit Holding's Scope 1 emissions?

In 2024, the total Scope 1 emissions of Gurit Holding were 10,071 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a

Has Gurit Holding reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?

Since 2020, Gurit Holding's Scope 1 emissions have decreased by 17.87%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time. a

Compared to the previous year (2023), Gurit Holding's Scope 1 emissions decreased by 5.05%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower direct emissions from assets it owns or controls. a

What are Gurit Holding's Scope 2 emissions?

In 2024, Gurit Holding reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 27,003 tCO₂e using the market-based method. a

Has Gurit Holding reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?

Compared to the previous year (2023), Gurit Holding's Scope 2 emissions (Market-Based) have remained relatively stable, indicating that Gurit Holding 's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint. a

What methodology does Gurit Holding use for Scope 2 reporting?

In 2024, Gurit Holding reported its Scope 2 emissions using the market-based method. a

Gurit Holding's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time

2020202120222023202407.5 k15 k22.5 k30 ktCO2e
  • Total Scope 2 Location-Based
  • Total Scope 2 Market-Based

Insights into Gurit Holding's Value Chain Emissions

In 2024, Gurit Holding reported 697,452 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 2024 disclosure of Gurit Holding includes a breakdown across 11 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, matching the level of disclosure in 2023, demonstrating consistent Scope 3 emissions reporting coverage year over year. a

Gurit Holding's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time

202020212022202320240350 k700 k1.05 M1.4 MtCO2e-13%-20%-23%+3%
  • Total Scope 3
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Gurit Holding's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2024, Gurit Holding reported total Scope 3 emissions of 697,452 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a

Approximately 70.43% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 29.57% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment. a

Has Gurit Holding reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?

Since 2020, Gurit Holding's Scope 3 emissions have decreased by 45.23%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 3 emissions over time. a

Compared to the previous year (2023), Gurit Holding's Scope 3 emissions remained relatively stable, indicating that Gurit Holding 's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its value chain footprint. a

What categories of Scope 3 emissions does Gurit Holding disclose?

In 2024, Gurit Holding reported emissions for 11 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol. a

This reflects a high level of granularity and transparency in the company's emissions reporting.

What are the main sources of Gurit Holding's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2024, the largest contributors to Gurit Holding's Scope 3 emissions were: a

  • Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 443,245 tCO₂e (63.55%)
  • Use of Sold Products (Cat. 11): 196,165 tCO₂e (28.13%)
  • Upstream Transportation and Distribution (Cat. 4): 19,979 tCO₂e (2.86%)

Gurit Holding's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories

Purchased Goods andServices (Cat. 1)(63.6%)Use of Sold Products(Cat. 11)(28.1%)UpstreamTransportation andDistribution(Cat. 4)(2.9%)

Insights into Gurit Holding’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers

In 2024, Gurit Holding reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 10,071 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 477 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 21.13 tCO₂e per millions USD. a

Gurit Holding's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers

1,00010,000200,0005,000,00050,000,000Scope 1 Emissions (tCO2e)1005002,00010,00020,000Revenues (Millions of USD)ZCSikaYear: 2024Scope 1: 168,946 tCO2eRevenue: $M 12,990Scope 1 Intensity: 13.01 tCO2e/$MClariantYear: 2024Scope 1: 270,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,585Scope 1 Intensity: 58.89 tCO2e/$MZZZhongfu Shenying Carbon FiberYear: 2023Scope 1: 4,642 tCO2eRevenue: $M 318Scope 1 Intensity: 14.60 tCO2e/$MCCChina General PlasticsYear: 2023Scope 1: 151,239 tCO2eRevenue: $M 447Scope 1 Intensity: 338.47 tCO2e/$MPCBL ChemicalYear: 2023Scope 1: 709,970 tCO2eRevenue: $M 701Scope 1 Intensity: 1,013.40 tCO2e/$MIngevityYear: 2021Scope 1: 252,925 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,391Scope 1 Intensity: 181.76 tCO2e/$MEms Chemie HoldingYear: 2024Scope 1: 22,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,287Scope 1 Intensity: 9.62 tCO2e/$MSK ChemicalsYear: 2023Scope 1: 45,286 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,369Scope 1 Intensity: 33.09 tCO2e/$MPolyplex Thailand PCLYear: 2023Scope 1: 25,866 tCO2eRevenue: $M 770Scope 1 Intensity: 33.58 tCO2e/$MGujarat FluorochemicalsYear: 2025Scope 1: 709,492 tCO2eRevenue: $M 554Scope 1 Intensity: 1,279.70 tCO2e/$MEPC GroupeYear: 2024Scope 1: 20,080 tCO2eRevenue: $M 510Scope 1 Intensity: 39.37 tCO2e/$MDSM-FirmenichYear: 2024Scope 1: 594,400 tCO2eRevenue: $M 13,319Scope 1 Intensity: 44.63 tCO2e/$MGivaudanYear: 2024Scope 1: 132,065 tCO2eRevenue: $M 8,185Scope 1 Intensity: 16.13 tCO2e/$MHawkinsYear: 2023Scope 1: 34,033 tCO2eRevenue: $M 935Scope 1 Intensity: 36.40 tCO2e/$MOCIYear: 2023Scope 1: 12,669,281 tCO2eRevenue: $M 947Scope 1 Intensity: 13,382.57 tCO2e/$MHartalega HoldingsYear: 2025Scope 1: 505,119 tCO2eRevenue: $M 583Scope 1 Intensity: 866.89 tCO2e/$MTaita ChemicalYear: 2023Scope 1: 16,748 tCO2eRevenue: $M 496Scope 1 Intensity: 33.79 tCO2e/$MBalchemYear: 2023Scope 1: 46,981 tCO2eRevenue: $M 922Scope 1 Intensity: 50.93 tCO2e/$MBorregaardYear: 2023Scope 1: 132,772 tCO2eRevenue: $M 702Scope 1 Intensity: 189.04 tCO2e/$MTSRCYear: 2023Scope 1: 139,250 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,024Scope 1 Intensity: 135.93 tCO2e/$MEternal MaterialsYear: 2023Scope 1: 81,591 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,384Scope 1 Intensity: 58.96 tCO2e/$MHimadri Speciality ChemicalYear: 2024Scope 1: 409,576 tCO2eRevenue: $M 502Scope 1 Intensity: 816.22 tCO2e/$MSolar Industries IndiaYear: 2024Scope 1: 49,286 tCO2eRevenue: $M 709Scope 1 Intensity: 69.56 tCO2e/$MGurit HoldingYear: 2024Scope 1: 10,071 tCO2eRevenue: $M 477Scope 1 Intensity: 21.13 tCO2e/$M

How does Gurit Holding's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?

In 2024, Gurit Holding reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 21.13 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 58.89 , this places the company below its industry benchmark, indicating it is more carbon-efficient than most competitors. a

Where does Gurit Holding rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?

In 2024, Gurit Holding ranked 5 out of 23 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD). a

This places Gurit Holding among the top performers, with one of the lowest emissions intensities relative to peers. a

Insights into Gurit Holding's Total Carbon Footprint

In 2024, Gurit Holding reported a total carbon footprint of 734,526 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 2.77% increase compared to 2023, suggesting a rise in emissions across its operations or value chain. a

The largest contributor to Gurit Holding's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 94.95% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 2 emissions at 3.68%. a

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