Sika monitors its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions as part of the environmental responsibility the company has for climate. Under Strategy 2023, Sika defined a strategic target for reducing scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 12% until 2023. With the new Strategy 2028, the company aims to reduce by -20% scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions in absolute terms, and scope 3 emissions in alignment with the net zero pledge. Moreover, the compensation scheme of Group Management and Sika Senior Managers is linked to the GHG emissions performance of the company (scope 1&2). The company will keep analyzing and reporting on GHG emissions with the aim to develop a net zero roadmap aligned with the objective of the Paris Agreement to limit the increase of global temperature to 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels.

Scope 3 Assessment and Net Zero Target

Sika is addressing climate change comprehensively in its strategic development. To do so, several projects and initiatives were kicked off in the last years as a basis for developing Sika net zero roadmap. All these ongoing projects and activities will allow Sika to define a comprehensive climate strategy with concrete long-term plans to decarbonize its business.

In 2022, Sika initiated a net zero project to develop a detailed roadmap with GHG emissions abatement targets. In the same year, Sika finalized a 2-year company-wide initiative to systematically identify and calculate emissions from its material scope 3 GHG categories in accordance with the requirements of the Greenhouse Gas Protocol (GHGP). This analysis will contribute to the definition of a climate strategy and carbon reduction pathway to reach net zero by 2050.

Moreover, following its official commitment in September 2022, Sika developed and submitted its emissions reduction targets in line with the latest SBTi criteria in October 2023. The validation process will take place in the first semester of 2024. Sika’s commitment focuses on two time horizons for both scope 1 and 2 as well as scope 3 with a near-term target in ten years, and a net zero target by 2050. All targets are defined with 2022 as a baseline.

Air Emissions

All local companies must comply with applicable laws and regulations related to air emissions parameters. Air emissions are monitored by Sika as part of its legal obligations. This topic is managed directly by local operation facilities in accordance with local regulations and internal guidelines. In 2022, the calculation methodology of air emissions indicators was reviewed and updated.

Some projects to reduce GHG emissions

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Green Car Policy, Sika Brazil

The Executive Team of Sika Brazil decided to replace standard gas vehicles with energy efficient hybrid vehicles. ​Sika Brazil also implemented a Green Car Policy establishing ethanol as a promising alternative fuel for their car fleet.

Replacement of burners

Sika Brazil, replaced in its Lençós Paulista plant oil burners with natural gas burners. This activitiy led to a reduction of CO2 emissions by more than 1'000 tons per year.

Environmental Sustainability in Manufacturing: Two Sika Projects in the U.S.

In an era where environmental sustainability and energy efficiency have become paramount for manufacturing operations, Sika Corporation stands out through its innovative approaches in two distinct US locations. Comprehensive efforts were undertaken at Sika’s Lyndhurst, NJ plant and the Propex facility in Chattanooga, TN. Both projects, though varied in their nature, showcase Sika’s commitment to optimizing operational efficiency, reducing carbon emissions, and promoting sustainable practices.

Optimization of Compressed Air Systems

Operational efficiency is closely linked to saving energy and emissions throughout the production process. Such savings can be found in optimizing compressed air systems. Sika sites are considering compressed air systems as a whole and are constantly keeping them optimized and maintained.

Energy Efficient Heating of Powder Dryers

The heat transfer oil network of powder dryers was replaced by electrically heated modules located next to each dryer.
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Upgrading Sand Dryer Equipment

Reduction of fossil fuel consumption by upgrading sand drying equipment in mortar production is one of the key measures set up to reduce energy consumption.

Serbia - Sand Drying Optimization

Sika continues to implement energy efficiency projects at global level. One key initiative is the optimization of sand drying processes across Sika’s sites. At Sika Serbia’s Šimanovci mortar plant, sand of different grades is used as a main raw material for volume mortars. Wet sand is sourced from the Danube river, requiring sand dryers on the production line.