Henkel has unveiled an ambitious roadmap to achieve a 90% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2045, aligning with the Paris Agreement’s 1.5°C goal. This science-based plan includes cutting absolute emissions by 42% across its operations (scope 1 and 2) and by 30% across its value chain (scope 3) by 2030, verified by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Henkel has already made strides, sourcing 89% of its electricity from renewables and achieving carbon-neutral energy use for its European Consumer Brands division. The company’s initiatives, such as the supplier-focused ‘Climate Connect’ programme and sustainable packaging innovations, showcase its commitment to decarbonisation and resource efficiency. By prioritising direct emission reductions over offsets, Henkel is setting a high benchmark for industrial sustainability and demonstrating the potential for corporate leadership in the fight against climate change.
