Imerys achieves A list rating from CDP for climate leadership
Imerys, the world leader in mineral-based specialty solutions, is proud to announce that it has made the CDP Corporate Climate A List in 2024, increasing its score from B in 2023. Reaching this top score reflects the Group's dedication to mitigating greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and achieving its ambitious targets validated by the Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The Group’s targets, consistent with the 1.5°C pathway, translate to a 42% decrease in Scope 1 and 2 emissions and a 25% reduction in Scope 31 emissions by 2030, using 2021 as the base year.
In addition, Imerys has achieved a B- CDP Water score, corresponding to CDP “Management” level, which highlights the Group’s strengthened reporting and coordinated action on water issues.
The improved CDP ratings demonstrate Imerys’ commitment not only to transparent communication to stakeholders but also to implementing concrete decarbonization and sustainability initiatives across its operations and with its value chain. These include increasing energy efficiency and recovery, switching from fuel to biomass and transitioning to low-carbon and renewable energy sources.
Leah Wilson, Chief Sustainability Officer at Imerys, commented:
“This improved CDP rating is a testament to our continued efforts to strengthen our climate change strategy and accelerate our journey toward a low-carbon future. At Imerys, we are fully committed to achieving our SBTi-validated GHG reduction targets by leveraging multiple decarbonization levers across our operations. At the same time, we recognize the importance of responsible water management, and our CDP Water score reflects our efforts to enhance transparency and promote sustainable water practices. While these achievements are important milestones, we remain focused on further improving our sustainability performance and driving meaningful change in our industry.”
Strong ESG Performance Recognized by Leading Rating Agencies
Beyond CDP, Imerys has been recognized by several leading ESG rating agencies, reflecting its ongoing commitment to sustainability and responsible business practices:
- EcoVadis: 73/100 (vs. 66/100 in 2023, 94th percentile)
- CDP climate change: A (vs. B in 2023, above industry average B-)
- ISS ESG: C+ (vs. C in 2023, 80th percentile) Prime status (sustainable equity and bonds)
- MSCI ESG: AA (stable in 2023)
- S&P Global ESG Score: 62/100 (vs. 57/100 in 2023, 85th percentile)
These ratings reinforce Imerys’ position as a sustainability leader in the specialty minerals industry and highlight the Group’s continuous efforts to improve its environmental, social, and governance performance.
For more information on Imerys' Climate Transition Plan, please visit our company website.
1Imerys SBTi validated scope 3 target includes the following categories: purchased goods and services, capital goods, fuel and energy related activities, upstream and downstream transportation and distribution, waste generated in operations, business travel, employee commuting and investments.
Imerys is the world’s leading supplier of mineral-based specialty solutions for the industry with €3.8 billion in revenue and 13,700 employees in 54 countries in 2023. The Group offers high value-added and functional solutions to a wide range of industries and fast-growing markets such as solutions for the energy transition and sustainable construction, as well as natural solutions for consumer goods. Imerys draws on its understanding of applications, technological knowledge, and expertise in material science to deliver solutions which contribute essential properties to customers’ products and their performance. As part of its commitment to responsible development, Imerys promotes environmentally friendly products and processes in addition to supporting its customers in their decarbonization efforts.
Imerys is listed on Euronext Paris (France) with the ticker symbol NK.PA.
More comprehensive information about Imerys may be obtained from its website (www.imerys.com) in the Regulated Information section, particularly in its Registration Document filed with the French financial markets authority (Autorité des marchés financiers, AMF) on March 26, 2024 under number D.24-0183 (also available from the AMF website, www.amf-france.org). Imerys draws investors’ attention to chapter 2 “Risk Factors and Internal Control” of its Registration Document.
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