Bodycote achieves SBTi validation for its enhanced carbon reduction target, commits to 46% emissions cut by 2030
May 14, 2025
Bodycote plc, headquartered in Macclesfield, Cheshire, UK, has announced that the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) has officially validated its upgraded science-based carbon reduction target. This milestone is said to highlight Bodycote’s commitment to taking decisive action against climate change and driving efficiency across its global operations.
In 2022, the company became the first major heat treatment company to set a science-based carbon reduction target. The upgraded target builds on Bodycote’s earlier success in reducing its energy use and carbon emissions, committing to a 46% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 compared to a 2019 baseline. This new goal marks a major step forward from the previous target of a 28% reduction by 2030, which was achieved six years early in 2024.
Bodycote provides advanced material solutions that address complex challenges, supporting customers in cutting emissions and achieving their decarbonisation targets. For instance, outsourcing heat treatment to Bodycote using a low-carbon thermal processing technology enabled a customer to lower carbon emissions by up to 90% per part, while also enhancing product performance.
Lily Heinemann, Chief Sustainability Officer at Bodycote, remarked, “Achieving SBTi validation for our enhanced target reflects our enduring commitment to sustainability and the measurable progress we’ve made. By exceeding our previous goal ahead of schedule and setting ourselves this higher bar, we’re demonstrating that bold climate action is both achievable and essential. We are excited to continue leading efforts to make a meaningful impact on the global climate challenge and support our customers to achieve their goals.”
Over the last three years, Bodycote has achieved a 29% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions, positioning itself strongly to meet the ambitious 46.2% reduction goal by 2030. In 2024, Bodycote launched a new integrated strategy that aligns its business objectives with long-term sustainability commitments. With clear objectives extending to 2030 and beyond, the group is delivering measurable environmental and social impact across all stakeholders. This commitment is further reflected in its strong performance in key ESG ratings, including an A-leadership rating for CDP Climate in 2024 and an AA rating from MSCI.
