Henkel AG & Co. KGaA is a global leader in the consumer goods sector, renowned for its strong presence in both the industrial and domestic markets. The company specializes in brands and technologies i... Henkel AG & Co. KGaA is a global leader in the consumer goods sector, renowned for its strong presence in both the industrial and domestic markets. The company specializes in brands and technologies in three key business units: Adhesive Technologies, Beauty Care, and Laundry & Home Care. With a history dating back to 1876, Henkel is headquartered in Düsseldorf, Germany. It is well-regarded for its innovative solutions and commitment to sustainability.
Henkel's Adhesive Technologies division plays a significant role in various industries, providing high-performance adhesives and sealants used in automotive, electronics, and packaging. The Beauty Care unit offers an array of hair and skin care products, serving both retail consumers and professional salon businesses. Meanwhile, the Laundry & Home Care segment includes popular household brands like Persil and Purex, which are staples in households worldwide.
As a publicly traded entity, Henkel AG & Co. KGaA is a component of the German DAX index, highlighting its importance within the European market. Its extensive global footprint and diverse product portfolio emphasize Henkel's role in shaping consumer and industrial product landscapes.
In 2024, Henkel AG & Co was subject to the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD)'s requirements, which mandated the company to publish EU Taxonomy disclosures.
The company reported the eligibility and alignment of Turnover, Capital Expenditure (CAPEX) and Operating Expenditure (OPEX) with the EU Taxonomy, helping assess the extent to which its business activities align with Europe's environmental sustainability goals.
Henkel AG & Co has also provided an activity-level breakdown of its EU Taxonomy disclosures. This granular reporting enhances transparency around which economic activities of Henkel AG & Co are considered environmentally sustainable and contribute to at least one of the six environmental objectives defined under the EU Taxonomy framework.
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a. Henkel AG & Co's Sustainability Report 2024
b. Henkel AG & Co's Sustainability Report 2023
c. Henkel AG & Co's Sustainability Report 2022
Insights into Henkel AG & Co's Revenues from Sustainable Activities
In 2024, Henkel AG & Co reported EU Taxonomy-eligible revenues of EUR 0, representing 0% of its total turnover. Of this amount, EUR 0 of Henkel AG & Co's revenues was classified as EU Taxonomy-aligned, indicating that 0% of the revenue-generating activities undertaken by the company substantially contribute to one or more of the six environmental objectives, meet the Do No Significant Harm (DNSH) criteria, and comply with the Minimum Social Safeguards (MSS).a
Insights into Henkel AG & Co's CAPEX from Sustainable Activities
In 2024, Henkel AG & Co reported EU Taxonomy-eligible CAPEX of EUR 384.30 million,representing 30% of its total CAPEX. Of this amount, EUR 7.20 million of Henkel AG & Co's CAPEX was classified as EU Taxonomy-aligned, indicating that 1% of the company's investments were directed toward economic activities that substantially contribute to one or more of the six environmental objectives, meet the Do No Significant Harm (DNSH) criteria, and comply with the Minimum Social Safeguards (MSS).a
Henkel AG & Co's Taxonomy-Eligible Capex Over Time
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Total Taxonomy Eligible but Not Aligned A2 Capex
Have Henkel AG & Co's increased its investment in sustainable activities over time?
Compared to the previous year (2023), Henkel AG & Co's taxonomy-aligned CAPEX remained relatively stable, indicating that Henkel AG & Co maintained consistent levels of green capital expenditure, with no significant expansion or retreat in its taxonomy-aligned investment strategy.a, b
How much of Henkel AG & Co's capital expenditure (CAPEX) is eligible under the EU Taxonomy?
In 2024, Henkel AG & Co reported that EUR 384.30 million of its capital expenditure (CAPEX) was eligible under the EU Taxonomy, representing 30% of the company's total CAPEX. Of this amount, EUR 7.20 million (1% of total CAPEX) was classified as Taxonomy-aligned. This means that 30% of Henkel AG & Co's CAPEX is eligible but not aligned, indicating that these investments either did not meet the technical screening criteria, failed to comply with the Do No Significant Harm (DNSH) requirements, or lacked evidence of meeting the Minimum Safeguards (MSS).a
How much of Henkel AG & Co's eligible CAPEX is aligned with the EU Taxonomy?
In 2024, Henkel AG & Co reported that EUR 7.20 million of its CAPEX was aligned under the EU Taxonomy, representing 1% of its total capital investment.a
This low alignment reflects that Henkel AG & Co is beginning to transition its capital allocation toward greener investments, but still retains substantial opportunities for further alignment with sustainability goals.
Henkel AG & Co's Eligibility & Alignment Overview
Henkel AG & Co's Contribution to Environmental Objectives
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How is Henkel AG & Co's taxonomy-aligned CAPEX distributed across the EU environmental objectives?
In 2024, Henkel AG & Co reported that its taxonomy-aligned capital expenditure (CAPEX) was distributed across the following EU environmental objectivesa:
Climate Change Mitigation: 1%
Climate Change Adaptation: 0%
Sustainable Use and Protection of Water and Marine Resources: 0%
Transition to a Circular Economy: 0%
Pollution Prevention and Control: 0%
Protection and restoration of biodiversity and ecosystems: 0%
How much Henkel AG & Co is investing in climate-related solutions?
In 2024, Henkel AG & Co allocated EUR 12.75 million of its CAPEX to activities contributing to the EU Taxonomy's climate-related objectives (Climate Change Mitigation and Climate Change Adaptation). This represented 1% of the company's total capital expenditure,indicating that Henkel AG & Cohas only marginally directed its capital expenditure toward climate-related activities, suggesting limited alignment with climate objectives.a
Insights into Henkel AG & Co's OPEX from Sustainable Activities
In 2024, Henkel AG & Co reported EU Taxonomy-eligible OPEX of EUR 0,representing 0% of its total operating expenses (OPEX). Of this amount, EUR 0 of Henkel AG & Co's OPEX was classified as EU Taxonomy-aligned, indicating that 0% of the company's operating expenses were directed toward economic activities that substantially contribute to one or more of the six environmental objectives, meet the Do No Significant Harm (DNSH) criteria, and comply with the Minimum Social Safeguards (MSS).a
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