- Reduced demand in Aerospace and Automotive markets due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Need to maintain sustainability targets despite production cuts.
Victrex plc
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2020 reporting, Victrex plc disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 27.5K tCO2e/year (Gross Scope 1 and 2 location based). By scope: Scope 1: 18.2K tCO2e/year; Scope 2: 9.2K tCO2e/year (location based). Figures are as stated in the company's own report and may use different boundaries, units or methods (for example market-based vs location-based Scope 2), so compare with care.
GHG Emissions
27.5K tCO2e/year (Gross Scope 1 and 2 location based)
2020
Renewable Energy
85% of global electricity needs
of total energy
Energy Use
132.0K MWh/year
2020
📊 Emissions by Scope (2020)
| Scope | What it covers | Reported value |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | Direct emissions from sources the company owns or controls (fuel combustion, company vehicles, process and fugitive emissions). | 18.2K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 9.2K tCO2e/year (location based) |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Reduced greenhouse gas emissions by up to 460 tonnes per year through solvent recovery process modifications.
- Reduced water usage per unit of revenue by approximately 25% over five years.
- Reduced waste effluent for off-site treatment by over 700 tonnes at Rotherham plant.
- Reduced process raw materials by up to 60 tonnes per year at Seal Sands monomer plant.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Double recycling rates in the supply chain by 2025
- Exceed 50% of Group revenue from sustainable products by 2025
📅 Medium-term
- Achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2030 in own operations
- Sustained reduction in resources (carbon, waste and water) per unit tonne by 2030
- Increase revenue from sustainable products to >50% by 2030
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Carbon emissions reductionResource efficiency (energy, water, waste)Social responsibility (STEM education, community engagement, diversity & inclusion)