Linde Publishes 2024 Sustainable Development Report, Reduces Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Supports Customer Emissions Reductions

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Linde, a leading global industrial gases and engineering company, has announced the publication of its 2024 Sustainable Development Report. The report highlights the company's progress towards meeting its sustainability goals, including a 6.2% reduction in absolute greenhouse gas emissions compared to its 2021 baseline. This achievement is in line with Linde's 2035 emissions reduction target. The company achieved this through a range of actions globally, including sourcing 47% of its total electricity consumption from low-carbon sources. Additionally, Linde helped its customers avoid more than 96 million metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent in 2024, more than double the emissions generated from Linde's own operations. The company also continued its focus on community engagement, delivering over 800 projects in 2024. Linde's commitment to sustainability is reflected in the company's mission to make the world more productive every day by providing high-quality solutions, technologies, and services that help customers succeed while sustainably using natural resources.

Key Takeaways:

  • Linde reduced its absolute greenhouse gas emissions by 6.2% in 2024 compared to its 2021 baseline.
  • The company sourced 47% of its total electricity consumption from low-carbon sources.
  • Linde helped its customers avoid more than 96 million metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent in 2024.
  • The company delivered over 800 community engagement projects in 2024.
  • Linde's 2024 Sustainable Development Report includes reporting against new commitments announced last year.
  • Erin Catapano, Vice President Sustainability, emphasized the importance of sustainability in Linde's operations and customer relationships.

Statistics:

  • 6.2% reduction in absolute greenhouse gas emissions in 2024 compared to the 2021 baseline.
  • 42.1% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions from sources not directly controlled or owned by Linde (in 2024).
  • 47% of total electricity consumption from low-carbon sources.
  • 96.0 million metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent avoided by customers in 2024.
  • 800+ community engagement projects delivered in 2024.

Sources:

  • Linde. (2025). 2024 Sustainable Development Report. Available on linde.com.
  • Linde. (2022). 2021 Sustainable Development Report. Available on linde.com.
  • Business Wire. (2025). Linde Publishes 2024 Sustainable Development Report. Available on businesswire.com.