Lenzing AG
Lenzing's GHG Emissions Data Preview
In 2025, Lenzing 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).
Lenzing has also provided a category-level breakdown for 5 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.
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Location-Based | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | 0000000 | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  c | 0000000 |
Total Scope 3 | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | 0000000 | 0000000 |
Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M) | 0000000 | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  b | 0000000 |
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Insights into Lenzing's Operational Emissions
In 2025, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Lenzing amounted to 1,840,000 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 Lenzing decreased by 11.54%, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its operations.a
Lenzing's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 1
- Year-over-Year Change
What are Lenzing's Scope 1 emissions?
In 2025, the total Scope 1 emissions of Lenzing were 1,150,000 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a
Has Lenzing reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?
Since 2019, Lenzing's Scope 1 emissions have increased by 4.55%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time.ad
Compared to the previous year (2024), Lenzing's Scope 1 emissions decreased by 10.16%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower direct emissions from assets it owns or controls.a
What are Lenzing's Scope 2 emissions?
In 2025, Lenzing reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 270,000 tCO₂e using the market-based method and 690,000 tCO₂e using the location-based method.a
Has Lenzing reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?
Since 2019, Lenzing's Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions (Location-Based) have remained relatively stable, indicating that Lenzing's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint.ae
Compared to the previous year (2024), Lenzing's Scope 2 emissions (Location-Based) fell by 13.75% in 2025, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its energy consumption.a
What methodology does Lenzing use for Scope 2 reporting?
In 2025, Lenzing reported its Scope 2 emissions using the market-based method and using the location-based method.a
Lenzing's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 2 Location-Based
- Total Scope 2 Market-Based
Insights into Lenzing's Value Chain Emissions
In 2025, Lenzing reported 1,450,000 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 Lenzing includes a breakdown across 5 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
Lenzing's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 3
- Year-over-Year Change
What are Lenzing's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2025, Lenzing reported total Scope 3 emissions of 1,450,000 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a
Approximately 96.55% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 3.45% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment.a
Has Lenzing reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?
Since 2019, Lenzing's Scope 3 emissions have decreased by 24.48%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 3 emissions over time.af
Compared to the previous year (2024), Lenzing's Scope 3 emissions remained relatively stable, indicating that Lenzing's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its value chain footprint.a
What categories of Scope 3 emissions does Lenzing disclose?
In 2025, Lenzing reported emissions for 5 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol.a
This partial disclosure allows for some insight into the company's indirect impacts.
What are the main sources of Lenzing's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2025, the largest contributors to Lenzing's Scope 3 emissions were:a
- Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 880,000 tCO₂e (60.69%)
- Fuel- and Energy-Related Services (Cat. 3): 200,000 tCO₂e (13.79%)
- Downstream Transportation and Distribution (Cat. 9): 200,000 tCO₂e (13.79%)
Lenzing's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories
Insights into Lenzing’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers
In 2025, Lenzing reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 1,150,000 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 3,060 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 375.87 tCO₂e per millions USD.a
Lenzing's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers
How does Lenzing's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?
In 2025, Lenzing reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 375.87 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 105.08, this places the company above its industry benchmark, indicating it is less carbon-efficient than most competitors.a
Where does Lenzing rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?
In 2025, Lenzing ranked 21 out of 24 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD).a
This places Lenzing among the least efficient performers, with one of the highest emissions intensities in its sector.a
Insights into Lenzing's Total Carbon Footprint
In 2025, Lenzing reported a total carbon footprint of 3,290,000 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 9.12% decrease compared to 2024, indicating progress in reducing its overall greenhouse gas output.a
The largest contributor to Lenzing's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 44.07% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 1 emissions at 34.95%.a