Clean Harbors
Clean Harbors, Inc., a leading provider of environmental, energy, and industrial services, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1980, the company has established a strong presence across North America, with major operational regions including Canada and various states in the US. Specialising in hazardous waste management, emergency spill response, and industrial cleaning, Clean Harbors distinguishes itself through its commitment to safety and sustainability. The company’s innovative solutions and extensive service offerings have positioned it as a trusted partner for businesses across multiple industries. With a robust market presence, Clean Harbors has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for environmental stewardship and operational excellence. Its dedication to providing comprehensive and compliant services makes it a leader in the environmental services sector.
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Clean Harbors's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Clean Harbors reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,631,889,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 122,899,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, resulting in a combined total of about 1,754,788,000 kg CO2e. This marks a slight increase from 2022, where the total emissions for Scope 1 and 2 were approximately 1,694,972,000 kg CO2e. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data. Clean Harbors has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net zero emissions by 2030 across both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Specifically, they plan to reduce Scope 1 emissions by 30% from a 2021 baseline and Scope 2 emissions by 30% from a 2021 baseline by 2030. Additionally, they are committed to reducing Scope 2 emissions intensity by 30% from a 2022 baseline by 2030. The company has also pledged to achieve a significant reduction in emissions, targeting a 50% decrease in both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions from a 2020 baseline by 2030. Furthermore, they aim to reduce their Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions to near zero by the middle of this decade (2025). These commitments reflect Clean Harbors's proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint, aligning with industry standards for sustainability and emissions reduction.
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| 2019 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - |
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Clean Harbors is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
