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Rational AG

Common Name
Rational
Country
Germany
Sector
Industrials
Industry
Specialty Industrial Machinery
Employees
2,887
Ticker
RAA
Exchange
Deutsche Börse Frankfurt
Description
RATIONAL Aktiengesellschaft is a German-based Aktiengesellschaft and the global market and technology leader in innovative solutions for thermal food preparation in professional kitchens, holding appr...

Rational's GHG Emissions Data Preview

In 2025, 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 11 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.

Metric (tCO2e)2025202420232022-2019
Total Scope 1
4,748a
5,517c
4,593a
Total Scope 2
Market-Based
146a
135c
54a
Location-Based
3,656a
N/A
3,307a
Total Scope 3
3,083,562a
3,595,422c
2,847,654a
Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M)
3.2063a
4.442c
3.6859a
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Verified Sources Behind Rational’s Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions Data

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a. Rational's Annual Report 2025
b. Rational's Webpage captured from company’s website 2024
c. Rational's ESG Data Spreadsheet 2024
d. Rational's Sustainability Report 2021

Insights into Rational's Operational Emissions

In 2025, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Rational amounted to 8,404 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 Rational increased by 48.69%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing its emissions from its core operations.ac

Rational's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time

20202021202220232024202501.5 k3 k4.5 k6 ktCO2e+10%+114%-6%+20%-14%
  • Total Scope 1
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Rational's Scope 1 emissions?

In 2025, the total Scope 1 emissions of Rational were 4,748 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a

Has Rational reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?

Since 2020, Rational's Scope 1 emissions have increased by 127.94%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time.ac

Compared to the previous year (2024), Rational's Scope 1 emissions decreased by 13.94%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower direct emissions from assets it owns or controls.ac

What are Rational's Scope 2 emissions?

In 2025, Rational reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 146 tCO₂e using the market-based method and 3,656 tCO₂e using the location-based method.a

What methodology does Rational use for Scope 2 reporting?

In 2025, Rational reported its Scope 2 emissions using the market-based method and using the location-based method.a

Rational's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time

20202021202220232024202509501.9 k2.85 k3.8 ktCO2e
  • Total Scope 2 Location-Based
  • Total Scope 2 Market-Based

Insights into Rational's Value Chain Emissions

In 2025, Rational reported 3,083,562 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 Rational includes a breakdown across 11 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, up from 3 in 2024, reflecting improved emissions accounting practices and greater transparency across the company's value chaina

Rational's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time

202020212023202420250900 k1.8 M2.7 M3.6 MtCO2e-71%+1112265%+26%-14%
  • Total Scope 3
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Rational's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2025, Rational reported total Scope 3 emissions of 3,083,562 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a

Approximately 14.07% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 85.93% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment.a

Has Rational reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?

Since 2020, Rational's Scope 3 emissions have increased by 343,281.07%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 3 emissions over time.ad

Compared to the previous year (2024), Rational's Scope 3 emissions decreased by 14.24%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower indirect emissions from its value chain.ac

What categories of Scope 3 emissions does Rational disclose?

In 2025, Rational reported emissions for 11 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol.a

This reflects a high level of granularity and transparency in the company's emissions reporting.

What are the main sources of Rational's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2025, the largest contributors to Rational's Scope 3 emissions were:a

  • Use of Sold Products (Cat. 11): 2,648,108 tCO₂e (85.88%)
  • Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 391,470 tCO₂e (12.7%)
  • Upstream Transportation and Distribution (Cat. 4): 10,693 tCO₂e (0.35%)

Rational's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories

Use of Sold Products(Cat. 11)(85.9%)Purchased Goods andServices (Cat. 1)(12.7%)

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

In 2025, Rational reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 4,748 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 1,481 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 3.21 tCO₂e per millions USD.a

Rational's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers

2001,00010,000100,0001,000,000Scope 1 Emissions (tCO2e)505005,00020,000200,000Revenues (Millions of USD)Suzlon EnergyYear: 2025Scope 1: 9,002 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,270Scope 1 Intensity: 7.09 tCO2e/$MAirtac International GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 18,192 tCO2eRevenue: $M 936Scope 1 Intensity: 19.44 tCO2e/$MAccelleron IndustriesYear: 2024Scope 1: 2,723 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,023Scope 1 Intensity: 2.66 tCO2e/$MGracoYear: 2024Scope 1: 15,131 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,113Scope 1 Intensity: 7.16 tCO2e/$MLead IntelligentYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,903 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,624Scope 1 Intensity: 1.17 tCO2e/$MStabilusYear: 2024Scope 1: 9,993 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,459Scope 1 Intensity: 6.85 tCO2e/$MGescoYear: 2025Scope 1: 5,054 tCO2eRevenue: $M 582Scope 1 Intensity: 8.69 tCO2e/$MHeidelberger DruckmaschinenYear: 2025Scope 1: 28,597 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,468Scope 1 Intensity: 11.59 tCO2e/$MLPKF Laser & ElectronicsYear: 2025Scope 1: 644 tCO2eRevenue: $M 136Scope 1 Intensity: 4.75 tCO2e/$MWashtecYear: 2025Scope 1: 7,891 tCO2eRevenue: $M 586Scope 1 Intensity: 13.46 tCO2e/$MPVA TePlaYear: 2025Scope 1: 565 tCO2eRevenue: $M 287Scope 1 Intensity: 1.97 tCO2e/$MDuerrYear: 2025Scope 1: 22,077 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,901Scope 1 Intensity: 4.51 tCO2e/$M2G EnergyYear: 2024Scope 1: 3,249 tCO2eRevenue: $M 391Scope 1 Intensity: 8.31 tCO2e/$MDEUTZYear: 2025Scope 1: 10,669 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,403Scope 1 Intensity: 4.44 tCO2e/$MKSB SE & CoYear: 2025Scope 1: 35,540 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,568Scope 1 Intensity: 9.96 tCO2e/$MJungheinrichYear: 2025Scope 1: 49,800 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,469Scope 1 Intensity: 7.70 tCO2e/$MKUKA SE & CoYear: 2024Scope 1: 9,682 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,884Scope 1 Intensity: 2.49 tCO2e/$MKronesYear: 2024Scope 1: 20,887 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,509Scope 1 Intensity: 3.79 tCO2e/$MSiemens EnergyYear: 2025Scope 1: 172,468 tCO2eRevenue: $M 45,850Scope 1 Intensity: 3.76 tCO2e/$MSiemens AGYear: 2025Scope 1: 288,300 tCO2eRevenue: $M 92,591Scope 1 Intensity: 3.11 tCO2e/$MNordexYear: 2025Scope 1: 39,597 tCO2eRevenue: $M 8,880Scope 1 Intensity: 4.46 tCO2e/$MGEA GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 32,278 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,642Scope 1 Intensity: 5.72 tCO2e/$MKoenig & BauerYear: 2025Scope 1: 6,643 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,531Scope 1 Intensity: 4.34 tCO2e/$MPfeiffer Vacuum TechnologyYear: 2025Scope 1: 3,226 tCO2eRevenue: $M 999Scope 1 Intensity: 3.23 tCO2e/$MRationalYear: 2025Scope 1: 4,748 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,481Scope 1 Intensity: 3.21 tCO2e/$M

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

In 2025, Rational reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 3.21 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 4.63, 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 2025, Rational ranked 6 out of 24 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD).a

Rational is therefore positioned in the mid-range of its industry, neither a clear leader nor a laggard in carbon efficiency.a

Insights into Rational's Total Carbon Footprint

In 2025, Rational reported a total carbon footprint of 3,091,966 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 14.14% decrease compared to 2024, indicating progress in reducing its overall greenhouse gas output.ac

The largest contributor to Rational's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 99.73% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 1 emissions at 0.15%.a

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