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Sensient Technologies

Sensient Technologies Corporation, a leading global provider of flavours, colours, and other specialty ingredients, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1882, the company has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. Sensient operates primarily within the food and beverage, cosmetics, and pharmaceutical industries, offering innovative solutions that enhance product appeal and functionality. The company is renowned for its extensive portfolio of natural and synthetic colourants, flavour systems, and botanical extracts, which are distinguished by their quality and versatility. Sensient's commitment to sustainability and innovation has positioned it as a market leader, with notable achievements in developing cutting-edge technologies that meet evolving consumer demands. With over a century of expertise, Sensient continues to shape the future of the specialty ingredients market.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Sensient Technologies's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

20

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Chemicals industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

14

Industry Benchmark

Sensient Technologies's score of 20 is higher than 90% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

90%

Sensient Technologies's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Sensient Technologies reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 156,567,000 kg CO2e, comprising 156,567,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 55,494,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This represents a slight increase from their 2022 emissions, which were approximately 211,048,000 kg CO2e (145,500,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 65,548,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2). The company has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. Sensient Technologies continues to focus on transparency in its emissions reporting, but further details on future commitments or reduction strategies are not available at this time. Overall, Sensient Technologies is actively monitoring its carbon footprint, with a commitment to sustainability, although specific reduction goals have yet to be established.

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202020222023
Scope 1
150,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 2
70,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 3
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Sensient Technologies's primary industry is Chemicals nec, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Sensient Technologies is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Sensient Technologies is not committed to any reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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