Sustainable development:
our commitments and 2024 results
Performing with impact to tackle global environmental and societal challenges is Air Liquide’s core ambition. Built into our strategy via our ADVANCE plan, which combines financial and extra-financial performances, our sustainability goals plot a clear forward trajectory.
The progress made in 2024 on every indicator shows that Air Liquide’s determination to act for the environment, health, and wider society is bearing fruit. Now, more than ever, the Group is positioned to be a positive force for change amid the great transitions taking place in the world.
* Air Liquide has been a signatory of the United Nations Global Compact (UN Global Compact) since 2014 and contributes to certain Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
For the Environment
CO2 TRAJECTORY
By 2035, a - 33% reduction in absolute Scopes 1 and 2 CO2 emissions 1 vs. 2020, with an inflection point around 2025.
Inflection point confirmed 
Scope 3: by 2025, 75% of Top 50 customers committed to 2050 Carbon neutrality, and 100% by 2035.
By 2025, a - 30% reduction in Carbon Intensity vs. 2015.
Attained one year in advance
Our commitment, by 2050, to reach carbon neutrality across the entire value chain.
BIODIVERSITY PRESERVATION
Biodiversity assessment criteria integrated in the investment process
Develop and implement an aggregated biodiversity indicator by 2025.
WATER MANAGEMENT
By 2025, 100% of Water Management Plans implemented in high water consumption and in high water stress areas.
Define a Group standard for all operations related to the quality of discharged water