thyssenkrupp AG
thyssenkrupp's GHG Emissions Data Preview
In 2025, thyssenkrupp 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).
thyssenkrupp has also provided a category-level breakdown for 7 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.
| Metric (tCO2e) | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 - 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Total Scope 1 | 0000000 | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  b | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  c | 0000000 |
Total Scope 2 | ||||
Market-Based | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | 0000000 | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  | 0000000 |
Location-Based | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | 0000000 | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  c | 0000000 |
Total Scope 3 | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  b | 0000000 | 0000000 |
Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M) | 0000000 | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  b | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  c | 0000000 |
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Insights into thyssenkrupp's Operational Emissions
In 2025, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of thyssenkrupp amounted to 20,900,000 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 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of thyssenkrupp decreased by 9.91%, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its operations.ab
thyssenkrupp's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 1
- Year-over-Year Change
What are thyssenkrupp's Scope 1 emissions?
In 2025, the total Scope 1 emissions of thyssenkrupp were 19,800,000 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a
Has thyssenkrupp reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?
Since 2020, thyssenkrupp's Scope 1 emissions have decreased by 5.71%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time.ad
Compared to the previous year (2024), thyssenkrupp's Scope 1 emissions decreased by 10.77%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower direct emissions from assets it owns or controls.ab
What are thyssenkrupp's Scope 2 emissions?
In 2025, thyssenkrupp reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 1,200,000 tCO₂e using the market-based method and 1,100,000 tCO₂e using the location-based method.a
Has thyssenkrupp reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?
Since 2020, thyssenkrupp's Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions (Location-Based) have remained relatively stable, indicating that thyssenkrupp's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint.ad
Compared to the previous year (2024), thyssenkrupp's Scope 2 emissions (Location-Based) have remained relatively stable, indicating that thyssenkrupp's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint.ab
What methodology does thyssenkrupp use for Scope 2 reporting?
In 2025, thyssenkrupp reported its Scope 2 emissions using the market-based method and using the location-based method.a
thyssenkrupp's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 2 Location-Based
- Total Scope 2 Market-Based
Insights into thyssenkrupp's Value Chain Emissions
In 2025, thyssenkrupp reported 185,900,000 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 2025 disclosure of thyssenkrupp includes a breakdown across 7 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, up from 1 in 2024, reflecting improved emissions accounting practices and greater transparency across the company's value chaina
thyssenkrupp's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 3
- Year-over-Year Change
What are thyssenkrupp's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2025, thyssenkrupp reported total Scope 3 emissions of 185,900,000 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a
Approximately 17.32% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 82.68% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment.a
Has thyssenkrupp reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?
Since 2020, thyssenkrupp's Scope 3 emissions have increased by 5,063.89%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 3 emissions over time.ad
Compared to the previous year (2024), thyssenkrupp's Scope 3 emissions increased by 4,315.68%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions across its value chain.ab
What categories of Scope 3 emissions does thyssenkrupp disclose?
In 2025, thyssenkrupp 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 thyssenkrupp's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2025, the largest contributors to thyssenkrupp's Scope 3 emissions were:a
- Use of Sold Products (Cat. 11): 152,900,000 tCO₂e (82.25%)
- Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 27,400,000 tCO₂e (14.74%)
- Fuel- and Energy-Related Services (Cat. 3): 3,900,000 tCO₂e (2.1%)
thyssenkrupp's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories
Insights into thyssenkrupp’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers
In 2025, thyssenkrupp reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 19,800,000 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 38,528 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 513.92 tCO₂e per millions USD.a
thyssenkrupp's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers
How does thyssenkrupp's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?
In 2025, thyssenkrupp reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 513.92 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 5.72, this places the company above its industry benchmark, indicating it is less carbon-efficient than most competitors.a
Where does thyssenkrupp rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?
In 2025, thyssenkrupp ranked 24 out of 25 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD).a
This places thyssenkrupp among the least efficient performers, with one of the highest emissions intensities in its sector.a
Insights into thyssenkrupp's Total Carbon Footprint
In 2025, thyssenkrupp reported a total carbon footprint of 206,800,000 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 654.47% increase compared to 2024, suggesting a rise in emissions across its operations or value chain.ab
The largest contributor to thyssenkrupp's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 89.89% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 1 emissions at 9.57%.a