Protecting The Air We Breathe

Why it matters to us
Pioneering clean air and circular solutions

Clean air and circular solutions are integral to our DNA, from the invention of the catalytic converter to the first certified Green Metals for automotive and chemical catalysts. 

Enabling low-carbon transformation through recycled and responsibly sourced metals

ECMS is leading the shift toward a circular precious metals economy. Through our advanced recycling capabilities, we recover platinum group metals (PGMs) from spent catalysts—reducing dependence on primary mining. In parallel, we uphold rigorous environmental and social standards across our sourcing network, including IRMA-aligned mining partners.

Our Verdium™ recycled metal offering combines circularity with certified carbon savings, enabling customers to meet Scope 3 goals with confidence and transparency.

Discover how Verdium and our sourcing practices power your sustainability goals

Innovating to reduce emissions and improve air quality

With over 50 years of catalyst innovation, ECMS helps customers meet tightening emission regulations while reducing environmental impact. Our solutions combine industry-leading clean air performance with low-carbon design principles—from mobile emissions to industrial processes.

We’re not just reducing emissions from our products — we’re helping decarbonize entire sectors through breakthrough catalyst technologies.

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Product Carbon Footprint (PCF) & Climate-Resilient Operations

At ECMS, we believe transparency drives progress. Our PCF models help customers understand the full carbon impact of their procured products and enable smarter, more sustainable sourcing decisions.

Behind each PCF stands a climate-resilient operation — from renewable energy and Zero Waste to Landfill (ZWTL) initiatives to energy efficiency and water stewardship. Together, these efforts help reduce Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions and reflect in the verified carbon footprint of every product we deliver.

Get transparent carbon insights built on sustainable operations

Responsible Sourcing and Supply Chain Integrity

Building trust through transparency and certified practices. We collaborate closely with mining partners and raw material suppliers to uphold the highest environmental and social standards. Through due diligence, audits, and IRMA alignment, we promote sustainable sourcing practices throughout the value chain.

See how we source responsibly to support your ESG commitments
We are dedicated to advancing clean air and circular solutions as part of our core mission.
Our Goals
  1. Upstream Mining

    75% of PGM supplier owned and operated mines will be audited against international standards by 2035

  2. Greenhouse Gas Emissions 

    - Establish Scope 3 greenhouse gas emissions inventory by 2024
    - Reduce scope 1 & 2 emission 50% by 2030 (from 2018 baseline)
    - 50% of our non-PGM suppliers will complete product carbon footprints and ESG surveys by 2027

  3. Site Footprint

     - Sustainability factors into CapEx decisions by 2025

     - All ECMS sites will send zero waste to landfill by 2028

     - Our sites will be 100% powered by renewable electricity by 2030

>90%

Recycled content in Verdium Circular PGM solutions

50%

GHG reduction target by 2030 Net-zero operations

5

Sites already Zero Waste to Landfill Sustainable production sites

100%

PCF coverage by 2025
Carbon transparency for our products

Together, we’re shaping sustainable transformation.
Sustainability as a Driver of Innovation

At ECMS, sustainability drives innovation across our entire value chain. From circular precious metal solutions like Verdium to cutting-edge catalysts that reduce emissions, we’re helping our customers meet their climate and compliance goals. Our certified Product Carbon Footprint (PCF) capability provides transparency and supports responsible sourcing decisions.
 

Built on Responsible Operations

Behind every product stands a resilient, low-impact operation – powered by renewable energy, zero-waste targets, and data-driven efficiency. Together with our partners, we’re shaping sustainable transformation in mobility, industry, and beyond.
 

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