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Orion SA

Country
Luxembourg
Sector
Basic Materials
Industry
Specialty Chemicals
Employees
1,639
Ticker
OEC
Exchange
New York Stock Exchange
Description
Orion S.A. is a leading manufacturer and supplier in the global carbon black industry, providing essential raw materials primarily used in the production of tires, rubber goods, and various plastic pr...

Orion SA's GHG Emissions Data Preview

In 2024, Orion SA 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).

However, Orion SA has not published a category-level breakdown of its Scope 3 emissions, limiting visibility into specific value chain sources.

Metric (tCO2e)2024202320222021-2019
Total Scope 1
2,200,000a
2,200,000a
2,300,000a
Total Scope 2
Market-Based
132,000a
152,000a
166,000a
Location-Based
127,000a
123,000a
N/A
Total Scope 3
1,400,000a
1,300,000a
1,400,000a
Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M)
1,171.771a
1,161.6242a
1,132.5028a
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a. Orion SA's Sustainability Report 2024
b. Orion SA's Sustainability Report 2023

Insights into Orion SA's Operational Emissions

In 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Orion SA amounted to 2,327,000 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 2023, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Orion SA increased by 0.17%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing its emissions from its core operations.a

Orion SA's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time

20212022202320240600 k1.2 M1.8 M2.4 MtCO2e+5%-4%0%
  • Total Scope 1
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Orion SA's Scope 1 emissions?

In 2024, the total Scope 1 emissions of Orion SA were 2,200,000 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a

Has Orion SA reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?

Since 2021, Orion SA's Scope 1 emissions have remained relatively, stable, indicating that Orion SA's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its operational footprint.ab

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

What are Orion SA's Scope 2 emissions?

In 2024, Orion SA reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 132,000 tCO₂e using the market-based method and 127,000 tCO₂e using the location-based method.a

Has Orion SA reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?

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

What methodology does Orion SA use for Scope 2 reporting?

In 2024, Orion SA reported its Scope 2 emissions using the market-based method and using the location-based method.a

Orion SA's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time

2021202220232024045 k90 k135 k180 ktCO2e
  • Total Scope 2 Location-Based
  • Total Scope 2 Market-Based

Insights into Orion SA's Value Chain Emissions

In 2024, Orion SA reported 1,400,000 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 2024 disclosure of Orion SA includes a breakdown across 0 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

Orion SA's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time

20212022202320240350 k700 k1.05 M1.4 MtCO2e0%-7%+8%
  • Total Scope 3
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Orion SA's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2024, Orion SA reported total Scope 3 emissions of 1,400,000 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a

Has Orion SA reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?

Since 2021, Orion SA's Scope 3 emissionshave remained relatively stable, indicating that Orion SA's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its value chain footprint.ab

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

Insights into Orion SA’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers

In 2024, Orion SA reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 2,200,000 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 1,877 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 1,171.77 tCO₂e per millions USD.a

Orion SA's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers

501,00020,000500,00010,000,000Scope 1 Emissions (tCO2e)2005001,0002,00010,000Revenues (Millions of USD)Quaker ChemicalYear: 2024Scope 1: 25,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,840Scope 1 Intensity: 13.59 tCO2e/$MSumitomo BakeliteYear: 2024Scope 1: 79,067 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,897Scope 1 Intensity: 41.68 tCO2e/$MSkshu PaintYear: 2024Scope 1: 16,232 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,659Scope 1 Intensity: 9.79 tCO2e/$MAshland IncYear: 2023Scope 1: 288,176 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,191Scope 1 Intensity: 131.53 tCO2e/$MSKCYear: 2024Scope 1: 457,430 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,173Scope 1 Intensity: 389.89 tCO2e/$MHexpolYear: 2025Scope 1: 15,008 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,101Scope 1 Intensity: 7.14 tCO2e/$MBluestar AdisseoYear: 2024Scope 1: 429,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,129Scope 1 Intensity: 201.55 tCO2e/$MHawkinsYear: 2024Scope 1: 23,458 tCO2eRevenue: $M 919Scope 1 Intensity: 25.52 tCO2e/$MDyno NobelYear: 2024Scope 1: 2,247,427 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,649Scope 1 Intensity: 615.94 tCO2e/$MNOFYear: 2023Scope 1: 58,600 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,634Scope 1 Intensity: 35.85 tCO2e/$MSensient TechnologiesYear: 2024Scope 1: 163,544 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,557Scope 1 Intensity: 105.02 tCO2e/$MSOLYear: 2024Scope 1: 59,045 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,676Scope 1 Intensity: 35.23 tCO2e/$MBalchemYear: 2023Scope 1: 46,981 tCO2eRevenue: $M 922Scope 1 Intensity: 50.93 tCO2e/$MCroda InternationalYear: 2024Scope 1: 95,931 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,043Scope 1 Intensity: 46.95 tCO2e/$MBerger Paints IndiaYear: 2025Scope 1: 22,232 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,351Scope 1 Intensity: 16.45 tCO2e/$MChengxin Lithium GroupYear: 2022Scope 1: 189 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,729Scope 1 Intensity: 0.11 tCO2e/$MShenzhen Capchem TechnologyYear: 2024Scope 1: 67,378 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,075Scope 1 Intensity: 62.67 tCO2e/$MPutailaiYear: 2024Scope 1: 67,377 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,843Scope 1 Intensity: 36.56 tCO2e/$MTianqi LithiumYear: 2024Scope 1: 193,044 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,790Scope 1 Intensity: 107.85 tCO2e/$MSolar Industries IndiaYear: 2024Scope 1: 49,286 tCO2eRevenue: $M 709Scope 1 Intensity: 69.56 tCO2e/$MPidilite IndustriesYear: 2025Scope 1: 8,690 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,538Scope 1 Intensity: 5.65 tCO2e/$MEms Chemie HoldingYear: 2024Scope 1: 22,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,287Scope 1 Intensity: 9.62 tCO2e/$MSynthomerYear: 2024Scope 1: 241,151 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,426Scope 1 Intensity: 99.41 tCO2e/$MUSIYear: 2024Scope 1: 197,785 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,557Scope 1 Intensity: 127.03 tCO2e/$MOrion SAYear: 2024Scope 1: 2,200,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,877Scope 1 Intensity: 1,171.77 tCO2e/$M

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

In 2024, Orion SA reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 1,171.77 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 44.32, this places the company above its industry benchmark, indicating it is less carbon-efficient than most competitors.a

Where does Orion SA rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?

In 2024, Orion SA ranked 25 out of 24 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD).a

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

Insights into Orion SA's Total Carbon Footprint

In 2024, Orion SA reported a total carbon footprint of 3,727,000 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 2.87% increase compared to 2023, suggesting a rise in emissions across its operations or value chain.a

The largest contributor to Orion SA's total carbon footprint was Scope 1 emissions, accounting for 59.03% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 3 emissions at 37.56%.a

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