GITNUXREPORT 2025

Sustainability In The Industrial Industry Statistics

Industries cut emissions and boost efficiency via innovative, sustainable technologies.

Jannik Lindner

Jannik Linder

Co-Founder of Gitnux, specialized in content and tech since 2016.

First published: April 29, 2025

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Key Statistics

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The global market for recycled metals used in industry is expected to reach $119 billion by 2027

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The implementation of energy-efficient technologies in industries can reduce CO2 emissions by up to 20%

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The use of renewable energy in industry increased by 8% globally in 2022

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For every dollar invested in industrial energy efficiency, the return can be between $2 to $4

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Use of AI and IoT in manufacturing can cut energy consumption by up to 30%

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The average energy intensity in the manufacturing sector decreased by 12% between 2010 and 2020

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The integration of clean energy technologies in industry could reduce emissions by up to 25%

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55% of industries are investing in renewable energy to meet sustainability targets

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Investment in industrial renewable energy infrastructure in emerging markets increased by 15% in 2022

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The use of AI-driven predictive maintenance can reduce energy consumption in factories by 20%

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The global industrial sector accounts for approximately 39% of energy-related CO2 emissions

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Industrial manufacturing contributes about 36% of global energy use

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Approximately 70% of the emissions in the industrial sector come from process-related activities

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The cement industry alone accounts for about 7% of global CO2 emissions

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Adoption of circular economy practices could reduce industrial resource consumption by up to 50%

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Green steel production methods can reduce CO2 emissions by up to 95%

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Waste generation in the industrial sector accounts for nearly 40% of global waste

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Advanced manufacturing techniques like additive manufacturing reduce material waste by 90%

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The global market for sustainable industrial products is projected to reach $1.7 trillion by 2030

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The adoption of green certifications in industry has increased by 25% over the last five years

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Nearly 80% of industrial companies reported increasing their sustainability efforts in 2022

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Water use in the industrial sector accounts for approximately 19% of total global industrial water withdrawals

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Recycling and reuse initiatives in industry saved over 230 million tons of raw materials in 2021

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The global eco-industrial parks market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 11% from 2023 to 2030

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According to a 2023 report, 60% of industrial firms see sustainability as a key driver for innovation

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The use of biodegradable materials in industrial packaging has increased by 40% over the past five years

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The energy savings potential of digital twins in manufacturing can reach up to 30%

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Companies that prioritize sustainability report 18% higher productivity within their manufacturing processes

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The reduction of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in industrial emissions can improve air quality by 15–20%

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Sustainable sourcing practices in the industrial sector increased by 22% between 2019 and 2022

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The beverage and food industry is one of the leading adopters of sustainable packaging, accounting for nearly 30% of the market share

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The global demand for sustainable chemicals in industry is projected to grow at a CAGR of 7.4% through 2030

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Over 60% of industrial companies have set specific targets for reducing greenhouse gases by 2030

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Industry-specific carbon capture and storage (CCS) projects could reduce industrial emissions by 50% by 2040

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Digital transformation in industries is anticipated to reduce operational costs by up to 25%

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Key Highlights

  • The global industrial sector accounts for approximately 39% of energy-related CO2 emissions
  • Industrial manufacturing contributes about 36% of global energy use
  • The implementation of energy-efficient technologies in industries can reduce CO2 emissions by up to 20%
  • Approximately 70% of the emissions in the industrial sector come from process-related activities
  • The use of renewable energy in industry increased by 8% globally in 2022
  • The cement industry alone accounts for about 7% of global CO2 emissions
  • Adoption of circular economy practices could reduce industrial resource consumption by up to 50%
  • For every dollar invested in industrial energy efficiency, the return can be between $2 to $4
  • Green steel production methods can reduce CO2 emissions by up to 95%
  • Use of AI and IoT in manufacturing can cut energy consumption by up to 30%
  • Waste generation in the industrial sector accounts for nearly 40% of global waste
  • Advanced manufacturing techniques like additive manufacturing reduce material waste by 90%
  • The global market for sustainable industrial products is projected to reach $1.7 trillion by 2030

As the industrial sector accounts for nearly 39% of energy-related CO2 emissions, innovative strategies like renewable energy adoption, digital transformation, and circular economy practices are paving the way toward a more sustainable manufacturing future.

Circular Economy and Recycling Practices

  • The global market for recycled metals used in industry is expected to reach $119 billion by 2027

Circular Economy and Recycling Practices Interpretation

As the $119 billion recycled metals market gears up by 2027, even the industrial sector is proving that going green isn't just good for the planet—it's a hefty profit margin waiting to be mined.

Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Adoption

  • The implementation of energy-efficient technologies in industries can reduce CO2 emissions by up to 20%
  • The use of renewable energy in industry increased by 8% globally in 2022
  • For every dollar invested in industrial energy efficiency, the return can be between $2 to $4
  • Use of AI and IoT in manufacturing can cut energy consumption by up to 30%
  • The average energy intensity in the manufacturing sector decreased by 12% between 2010 and 2020
  • The integration of clean energy technologies in industry could reduce emissions by up to 25%
  • 55% of industries are investing in renewable energy to meet sustainability targets
  • Investment in industrial renewable energy infrastructure in emerging markets increased by 15% in 2022
  • The use of AI-driven predictive maintenance can reduce energy consumption in factories by 20%

Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Adoption Interpretation

As industries harness AI, IoT, and renewables—often with a dollar of investment yielding quadruple the returns—they’re rapidly transforming from fossil-fuel-dependent behemoths into agile, eco-conscious innovators poised to slash emissions by up to a quarter, proving that sustainable business isn’t just green—it's smart.

Environmental Impact and Sustainability Initiatives

  • The global industrial sector accounts for approximately 39% of energy-related CO2 emissions
  • Industrial manufacturing contributes about 36% of global energy use
  • Approximately 70% of the emissions in the industrial sector come from process-related activities
  • The cement industry alone accounts for about 7% of global CO2 emissions
  • Adoption of circular economy practices could reduce industrial resource consumption by up to 50%
  • Green steel production methods can reduce CO2 emissions by up to 95%
  • Waste generation in the industrial sector accounts for nearly 40% of global waste
  • Advanced manufacturing techniques like additive manufacturing reduce material waste by 90%
  • The global market for sustainable industrial products is projected to reach $1.7 trillion by 2030
  • The adoption of green certifications in industry has increased by 25% over the last five years
  • Nearly 80% of industrial companies reported increasing their sustainability efforts in 2022
  • Water use in the industrial sector accounts for approximately 19% of total global industrial water withdrawals
  • Recycling and reuse initiatives in industry saved over 230 million tons of raw materials in 2021
  • The global eco-industrial parks market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 11% from 2023 to 2030
  • According to a 2023 report, 60% of industrial firms see sustainability as a key driver for innovation
  • The use of biodegradable materials in industrial packaging has increased by 40% over the past five years
  • The energy savings potential of digital twins in manufacturing can reach up to 30%
  • Companies that prioritize sustainability report 18% higher productivity within their manufacturing processes
  • The reduction of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in industrial emissions can improve air quality by 15–20%
  • Sustainable sourcing practices in the industrial sector increased by 22% between 2019 and 2022
  • The beverage and food industry is one of the leading adopters of sustainable packaging, accounting for nearly 30% of the market share
  • The global demand for sustainable chemicals in industry is projected to grow at a CAGR of 7.4% through 2030
  • Over 60% of industrial companies have set specific targets for reducing greenhouse gases by 2030

Environmental Impact and Sustainability Initiatives Interpretation

Despite accounting for nearly 40% of energy-related CO2 emissions and wielding significant environmental impact, the industrial sector is increasingly embracing sustainability, with innovations like green steel, circular economy practices, and digital twins promising substantial reductions in waste, emissions, and resource use—highlighting that economic growth and environmental responsibility are becoming essential industrial partners rather than adversaries.

Industry-Specific Emissions and Carbon Capture

  • Industry-specific carbon capture and storage (CCS) projects could reduce industrial emissions by 50% by 2040

Industry-Specific Emissions and Carbon Capture Interpretation

With industry-specific CCS projects poised to slash emissions by half by 2040, the industrial sector is finally gearing up to turn sustainability aspirations into concrete emissions reductions—proof that even in heavy industry, green is the new black.

Technological Innovations and Digital Transformation

  • Digital transformation in industries is anticipated to reduce operational costs by up to 25%

Technological Innovations and Digital Transformation Interpretation

Digital transformation in the industrial sector isn't just a tech upgrade—it's a cost-cutting revolution with the potential to slash operational expenses by a quarter while paving the way for sustainable progress.

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