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Linde PLC

Common Name
Linde
Country
United Kingdom
Sector
Basic Materials
Industry
Specialty Chemicals
Employees
65,489
Ticker
LIN
Exchange
NASDAQ/NGS
Description
Linde plc is a multinational industrial gas and engineering company that plays a pivotal role in various sectors by providing essential gases and services. The company engages in the production and su...

Linde's GHG Emissions Data Preview

In 2024, Linde 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).

Linde has also provided a category-level breakdown for 7 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.

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Total Scope 1
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Total Scope 2
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Total Scope 3
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Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M)
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Verified Sources Behind Linde’s Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions Data

Every figure on this dashboard has a transparent audit trail. With Tracenable, each data point is traceable back to its original source, viewable directly inside our platform. Explore Linde’s data sources below and access millions more through our Disclosure Search.

a. Linde's Sustainability Report 2024
a. Linde's Sustainability Report 2024
b. Linde's Sustainable Development Report 2023
b. Linde's Sustainable Development Report 2023
c. Linde's Sustainable Development Report 2019
c. Linde's Sustainable Development Report 2019
d. Linde's CDP Climate sourced from company’s website 2021
d. Linde's CDP Climate sourced from company’s website 2021
e. Linde's CDP Climate sourced from company’s website 2022
e. Linde's CDP Climate sourced from company’s website 2022

Insights into Linde's Operational Emissions

In 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions ofLinde amounted to37,413,000metric 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 Lindeincreased by 0.35%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing its emissions from its core operations.ab

Linde's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time

20192020202120222023202404.5 M9 M13.5 M18 MtCO2e-1%0%+3%-1%-1%
  • Total Scope 1
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Linde's Scope 1 emissions?

In 2024, the total Scope 1 emissions of Linde were 16,470,000 metric tons of COâ‚‚ equivalent (tCOâ‚‚e).a

Has Linde reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?

Since 2019, Linde's Scope 1 emissions have remained relatively, stable, indicating that Linde's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its operational footprint.ad

Compared to the previous year(2023), Linde's Scope 1 emissions remained relatively stable, indicating that Linde's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its operational footprint.a

What are Linde's Scope 2 emissions?

In 2024, Linde reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 20,943,000 tCOâ‚‚e using the market-based method.a

What methodology does Linde use for Scope 2 reporting?

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

Linde's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time

20192020202120222023202406 M12 M18 M24 MtCO2e
  • Total Scope 2 Location-Based
  • Total Scope 2 Market-Based

Insights into Linde's Value Chain Emissions

In 2024, Linde reported 24,367,000 metric tons of COâ‚‚ equivalent (tCOâ‚‚e) of Scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, representing indirect emissions across its upstream and downstream value chain.a

The 2024 disclosure of Linde includes a breakdown across 7of 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

Linde's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time

20192020202120222023202406.5 M13 M19.5 M26 MtCO2e+5%+48%+22%-2%-4%
  • Total Scope 3
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Linde's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2024, Linde reported total Scope 3 emissions of 24,367,000 metric tons of COâ‚‚ equivalent (tCOâ‚‚e).a

Approximately 68.09%of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 31.91%came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment.a

Has Linde reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?

Since 2019, Linde's Scope 3 emissionshave increased by 77.59%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 3 emissions over time.ac

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

What categories of Scope 3 emissions does Linde disclose?

In 2024, Linde reported emissions for 7 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 Linde's Scope 3 emissions?

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

  • Fuel- and Energy-Related Services (Cat. 3): 5,657,000 tCOâ‚‚e(36.76%)
  • Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 3,802,000 tCOâ‚‚e(24.7%)
  • Investments (Cat. 15): 2,518,000 tCOâ‚‚e(16.36%)

Linde's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories

Investments(Cat. 15)(16.4%)Fuel- andEnergy-RelatedServices (Cat. 3)(36.8%)Purchased Goods andServices (Cat. 1)(24.7%)

Insights into Linde’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers

In 2024, Linde reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 16,470,000 tCOâ‚‚e and total revenues of USD 33,005 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 499.02 tCOâ‚‚e per millions USD.a

Linde's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers

50020,000500,00010,000,000200,000,000Scope 1 Emissions (tCO2e)1005005,00020,000100,000Revenues (Millions of USD)Wanhua Chemical GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 21,610,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 24,947Scope 1 Intensity: 866.22 tCO2e/$MSikaYear: 2024Scope 1: 168,946 tCO2eRevenue: $M 12,990Scope 1 Intensity: 13.01 tCO2e/$MCroda InternationalYear: 2024Scope 1: 95,931 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,043Scope 1 Intensity: 46.95 tCO2e/$MBrenntagYear: 2024Scope 1: 185,546 tCO2eRevenue: $M 16,897Scope 1 Intensity: 10.98 tCO2e/$MCovestroYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,010,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 14,755Scope 1 Intensity: 68.45 tCO2e/$MSasolYear: 2025Scope 1: 49,415,880 tCO2eRevenue: $M 14,074Scope 1 Intensity: 3,511.12 tCO2e/$MAkzo NobelYear: 2024Scope 1: 57,645 tCO2eRevenue: $M 11,146Scope 1 Intensity: 5.17 tCO2e/$MDupont De NemoursYear: 2024Scope 1: 496,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 12,386Scope 1 Intensity: 40.05 tCO2e/$MPPG IndustriesYear: 2024Scope 1: 260,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 15,845Scope 1 Intensity: 16.41 tCO2e/$MMitsubishi Chemical GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 6,277,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 28,970Scope 1 Intensity: 216.67 tCO2e/$MLyondellBasell IndustriesYear: 2024Scope 1: 15,000,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 40,302Scope 1 Intensity: 372.19 tCO2e/$MEvonik IndustriesYear: 2024Scope 1: 3,390,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 15,773Scope 1 Intensity: 214.93 tCO2e/$MEssentraYear: 2024Scope 1: 2,783 tCO2eRevenue: $M 379Scope 1 Intensity: 7.33 tCO2e/$MAir Products and ChemicalsYear: 2024Scope 1: 16,900,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 12,101Scope 1 Intensity: 1,396.63 tCO2e/$MJohnson MattheyYear: 2025Scope 1: 225,330 tCO2eRevenue: $M 15,104Scope 1 Intensity: 14.92 tCO2e/$MSynthomerYear: 2024Scope 1: 241,151 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,493Scope 1 Intensity: 96.72 tCO2e/$MElementisYear: 2024Scope 1: 48,889 tCO2eRevenue: $M 549Scope 1 Intensity: 89.08 tCO2e/$MSherwin-WilliamsYear: 2024Scope 1: 439,037 tCO2eRevenue: $M 23,098Scope 1 Intensity: 19.01 tCO2e/$MEcolabYear: 2024Scope 1: 270,090 tCO2eRevenue: $M 15,741Scope 1 Intensity: 17.16 tCO2e/$MHimadri Speciality ChemicalYear: 2024Scope 1: 409,576 tCO2eRevenue: $M 502Scope 1 Intensity: 816.22 tCO2e/$MPidilite IndustriesYear: 2025Scope 1: 8,690 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,532Scope 1 Intensity: 5.67 tCO2e/$MCorbionYear: 2024Scope 1: 58,069 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,340Scope 1 Intensity: 43.32 tCO2e/$MDaicelYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,640,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,685Scope 1 Intensity: 445.05 tCO2e/$MLindeYear: 2024Scope 1: 16,470,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 33,005Scope 1 Intensity: 499.02 tCO2e/$M

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

In 2024, Linde reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 499.02 tCOâ‚‚e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 46.95, this places the company above its industry benchmark, indicating it is less carbon-efficient than most competitors.a

Where does Linde rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?

In 2024, Linde ranked 20 out of 23 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCOâ‚‚e per millions USD).a

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

Insights into Linde's Total Carbon Footprint

In 2024, Linde reported a total carbon footprint of 61,780,000 metric tons of COâ‚‚ equivalent (tCOâ‚‚e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 1.43% decrease compared to 2023, indicating progress in reducing its overall greenhouse gas output.ab

The largest contributor to Linde's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 39.44% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 2 emissions at 33.9%.a

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