Rational AG
Rational's GHG Emissions Data Preview
In 2021, Rational 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).
Rational has also provided a category-level breakdown for 1 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.
| Metric (tCO2e) | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 - 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Total Scope 1 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | 0000000 |
Total Scope 2 | ||||
Unspecified Calculation Method | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | 0000000 |
Total Scope 3 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | 0000000 |
Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M) | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | 0000000 |
Verified Sources Behind Rational’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 Rational’s data sources below and access millions more through our Disclosure Search.
Insights into Rational's Operational Emissions
In 2021, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Rational amounted to 2,299 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 2020, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Rational decreased by 35.55%, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its operations. a
Rational's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 1
- Year-over-Year Change
What are Rational's Scope 1 emissions?
In 2021, the total Scope 1 emissions of Rational were 2,292 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a
Compared to the previous year (2020), Rational's Scope 1 emissions increased by 10.03%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions from its directly owned or controlled operations. a
What are Rational's Scope 2 emissions?
In 2021, Rational reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 7 tCO₂e without specifying the calculation method. a
Has Rational reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?
Compared to the previous year (2020), Rational's Scope 2 emissions (Unspecified Calculation Method) fell by 99.53% in 2021, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its energy consumption. a
What methodology does Rational use for Scope 2 reporting?
In 2021, Rational reported its Scope 2 emissions using an unspecified methodology. a
Rational's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 2 (Unspecified Calculation Method)
Insights into Rational's Value Chain Emissions
In 2021, Rational reported 256 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 2021 disclosure of Rational includes a breakdown across 1 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, matching the level of disclosure in 2020, demonstrating consistent Scope 3 emissions reporting coverage year over year. a
Rational's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 3
- Year-over-Year Change
What are Rational's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2021, Rational reported total Scope 3 emissions of 256 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a
Approximately 100% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 0% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment. a
Compared to the previous year (2020), Rational's Scope 3 emissions decreased by 71.49%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower indirect emissions from its value chain. a
What categories of Scope 3 emissions does Rational disclose?
In 2021, Rational reported emissions for 1 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol. a
The limited disclosure restricts visibility into specific emission sources across the company's value chain.
What are the main sources of Rational's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2021, the largest contributors to Rational's Scope 3 emissions were: a
- Business Travel (Cat. 6): 256 tCO₂e (100%)
Rational's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories
Insights into Rational’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers
In 2021, Rational reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 2,292 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 883 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 2.6 tCO₂e per millions USD. a
Rational's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers
How does Rational's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?
In 2021, Rational reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 2.6 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 5.93 , this places the company below its industry benchmark, indicating it is more carbon-efficient than most competitors. a
Where does Rational rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?
In 2021, Rational ranked 4 out of 22 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD). a
This places Rational among the top performers, with one of the lowest emissions intensities relative to peers. a
Insights into Rational's Total Carbon Footprint
In 2021, Rational reported a total carbon footprint of 2,555 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 42.78% decrease compared to 2020, indicating progress in reducing its overall greenhouse gas output. a
The largest contributor to Rational's total carbon footprint was Scope 1 emissions, accounting for 89.71% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 3 emissions at 10.02%. a