SOL SpA

Common Name
SOL
Country
Italy
Sector
Basic Materials
Industry
Specialty Chemicals
Employees
7,412
Ticker
SOL
Exchange
EURONEXT MILAN
Website
www.sol.it
Description
Sol SpA is an industrial and healthcare service provider specializing in the production and distribution of technical and medical gases, along with integrated solutions for various applications across...

SOL's GHG Emissions Data Preview

In 2024, SOL 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).

SOL has also provided a category-level breakdown for 8 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.

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Market-Based
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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 SOL’s Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions Data

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a. SOL's Annual Report 2024
a. SOL's Annual Report 2024
b. SOL's Sustainability Report 2023
b. SOL's Sustainability Report 2023

Insights into SOL's Operational Emissions

In 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of SOL amounted to 303,844 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 SOL increased by 3.08%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing its emissions from its core operations. a b

SOL's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time

201920202021202220232024020 k40 k60 k80 ktCO2e-4%+16%+29%+2%-4%
  • Total Scope 1
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are SOL's Scope 1 emissions?

In 2024, the total Scope 1 emissions of SOL were 59,050 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a

Has SOL reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?

Since 2019, SOL's Scope 1 emissions have increased by 41.29%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time. a b

Compared to the previous year (2023), SOL's Scope 1 emissions decreased by 3.73%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower direct emissions from assets it owns or controls. a b

What are SOL's Scope 2 emissions?

In 2024, SOL reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 253,134 tCO₂e using the market-based method and 244,794 tCO₂e using the location-based method. a

Has SOL reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?

Since 2019, SOL's Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions ( Location-Based) have increased by 26.22%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 2 emissions over time. a b

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

What methodology does SOL use for Scope 2 reporting?

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

SOL's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time

201920202021202220232024075 k150 k225 k300 ktCO2e
  • Total Scope 2 Location-Based
  • Total Scope 2 Market-Based

Insights into SOL's Value Chain Emissions

In 2024, SOL reported 2,237,829 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 SOL includes a breakdown across 8 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, up from 7 in 2023, reflecting improved emissions accounting practices and greater transparency across the company's value chain a

SOL's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time

20212022202320240650 k1.3 M1.95 M2.6 MtCO2e-7%+42%-8%
  • Total Scope 3
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are SOL's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2024, SOL reported total Scope 3 emissions of 2,237,829 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a

Approximately 31.62% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 68.38% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment. a

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

What categories of Scope 3 emissions does SOL disclose?

In 2024, SOL reported emissions for 8 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 SOL's Scope 3 emissions?

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

  • Use of Sold Products (Cat. 11): 1,451,888 tCO₂e (64.88%)
  • Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 510,556 tCO₂e (22.81%)
  • Capital Goods (Cat. 2): 82,507 tCO₂e (3.69%)

SOL's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories

Capital Goods(Cat. 2)(3.7%)Use of Sold Products(Cat. 11)(64.9%)Purchased Goods andServices (Cat. 1)(22.8%)

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

In 2024, SOL reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 59,050 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 1,676 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 35.24 tCO₂e per millions USD. a

SOL's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers

1,00020,000200,0005,000,00050,000,000Scope 1 Emissions (tCO2e)2005001,0005,00010,000Revenues (Millions of USD)NGKansai Nerolac PaintsYear: 2024Scope 1: 7,886 tCO2eRevenue: $M 932Scope 1 Intensity: 8.47 tCO2e/$MKoppers HoldingsYear: 2024Scope 1: 341,773 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,092Scope 1 Intensity: 163.36 tCO2e/$MBerger Paints IndiaYear: 2025Scope 1: 22,232 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,341Scope 1 Intensity: 16.58 tCO2e/$MAarti IndustriesYear: 2024Scope 1: 605,619 tCO2eRevenue: $M 743Scope 1 Intensity: 815.48 tCO2e/$MNNNOFYear: 2023Scope 1: 58,600 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,634Scope 1 Intensity: 35.85 tCO2e/$MVerbioYear: 2024Scope 1: 294,723 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,776Scope 1 Intensity: 165.99 tCO2e/$MLintecYear: 2023Scope 1: 91,490 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,137Scope 1 Intensity: 42.82 tCO2e/$MSKCYear: 2024Scope 1: 457,430 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,173Scope 1 Intensity: 389.89 tCO2e/$MNan Pao Resins ChemicalYear: 2022Scope 1: 10,229 tCO2eRevenue: $M 716Scope 1 Intensity: 14.29 tCO2e/$MShenzhen Capchem TechnologyYear: 2024Scope 1: 67,378 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,075Scope 1 Intensity: 62.67 tCO2e/$MBloomage BiotechnologyYear: 2023Scope 1: 43,555 tCO2eRevenue: $M 855Scope 1 Intensity: 50.95 tCO2e/$MBASF IndiaYear: 2025Scope 1: 17,751 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,784Scope 1 Intensity: 9.95 tCO2e/$MSensient TechnologiesYear: 2024Scope 1: 163,544 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,557Scope 1 Intensity: 105.02 tCO2e/$MPCBL ChemicalYear: 2023Scope 1: 709,970 tCO2eRevenue: $M 701Scope 1 Intensity: 1,013.40 tCO2e/$MSkshu PaintYear: 2024Scope 1: 16,232 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,659Scope 1 Intensity: 9.79 tCO2e/$MInnospecYear: 2023Scope 1: 53,899 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,949Scope 1 Intensity: 27.66 tCO2e/$MHawkinsYear: 2023Scope 1: 34,033 tCO2eRevenue: $M 935Scope 1 Intensity: 36.40 tCO2e/$MQuaker ChemicalYear: 2023Scope 1: 25,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,953Scope 1 Intensity: 12.80 tCO2e/$MBalchemYear: 2023Scope 1: 46,981 tCO2eRevenue: $M 922Scope 1 Intensity: 50.93 tCO2e/$MBorregaardYear: 2023Scope 1: 132,772 tCO2eRevenue: $M 702Scope 1 Intensity: 189.04 tCO2e/$MTSRCYear: 2023Scope 1: 139,250 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,024Scope 1 Intensity: 135.93 tCO2e/$MEternal MaterialsYear: 2023Scope 1: 81,591 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,384Scope 1 Intensity: 58.96 tCO2e/$MGGGuangdong Hongda Holdings GroupYear: 2023Scope 1: 19,327 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,624Scope 1 Intensity: 11.90 tCO2e/$MFufeng GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 13,464,224 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,160Scope 1 Intensity: 3,236.80 tCO2e/$MPutailaiYear: 2023Scope 1: 68,539 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,158Scope 1 Intensity: 31.75 tCO2e/$MSOLYear: 2024Scope 1: 59,050 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,676Scope 1 Intensity: 35.24 tCO2e/$M

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

In 2024, SOL reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 35.24 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 50.93 , this places the company below its industry benchmark, indicating it is more carbon-efficient than most competitors. a

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

In 2024, SOL ranked 10 out of 25 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD). a

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

Insights into SOL's Total Carbon Footprint

In 2024, SOL reported a total carbon footprint of 2,541,673 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 6.61% decrease compared to 2023, indicating progress in reducing its overall greenhouse gas output. a b

The largest contributor to SOL's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 88.05% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 2 emissions at 9.63%. a

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