Driving Toward Carbon Neutrality
Honeywell has put sustainability at the core of its operations and boldly committed to being carbon neutral in all its facilities by 2035. Meanwhile, its SBTi-validated emissions reduction targets include a 50% cut in Scope 1 and 2 emissions, together with a reduction of 23% in Scope 3, by 2037, against a 2019 baseline.
In fact, by 2025, Honeywell had already achieved a remarkable 90% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas intensity compared to 2004. The company thus continues to lead the way, incorporating climate strategy into every aspect of its business.
Quantifying Impact Through Innovation
Since 2010, Honeywell has implemented more than 6,800 efficiency, emissions-reduction, water-conservation, and waste-reduction projects. These programs are not only on the inside; they also take place through the technologies that Honeywell provides to its customers.
In fact, Honeywell projects that between 2023 and 2030, its solutions will avoid two billion metric tons of CO₂ equivalent. This figure is fully 175 times greater than the company's own projected Scope 1 and 2 emissions during the same period—a powerful reminder of the global impact of Honeywell's innovations.
Efficiency at all levels for Energy
Energy efficiency remains one of the top priorities. Consequently, Honeywell continuously upgrades its equipment, replacing legacy systems such as dryers, compressors, and pumps with more efficient ones. Large numbers of facilities have also switched to LED lighting and smart occupancy sensors.
All new construction projects meet strict energy standards, embedding from the ground up. In 2025, Honeywell introduced a breakthrough technology that converts agricultural waste into renewable fuels capable of producing low-carbon marine fuel, gasoline, and sustainable aviation fuel from biomass.
According to Ken West, President of Honeywell Energy and Sustainability Solutions, "There is a very real need in the maritime industry today for renewable fuels that are both immediately available and cost-effective."
Protecting Water Resources Responsibly
Another key element of Honeywell's strategy involves water conservation. The corporation performs a comprehensive water inventory to identify sources, use, and discharge pathways at all of its facilities. Such assessments inform the establishment of controls to minimize environmental impact and prevent accidental releases.
In addition, Honeywell ensures that wastewater and stormwater management employees and contractors receive comprehensive training. This proactive approach helps safeguard water as a vital natural resource while maintaining regulatory compliance.