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 score of 20 is higher than 63% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Clean Harbors's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Clean Harbors reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,754,788,000 kg CO2e, comprising 1,631,889,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and 122,899,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This reflects a slight increase in emissions compared to 2022, where total emissions were about 1,694,972,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 1,569,286,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 125,686,000 kg CO2e. Over the years, Clean Harbors has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint. In 2021, the company reported total emissions of approximately 1,609,448,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 1,475,430,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 134,018,000 kg CO2e. The company has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives, indicating a potential area for improvement in their climate strategy. The emissions data shows a trend of fluctuating emissions, with a notable decrease in emissions intensity relative to revenue, from 0.0005 mt CO2e per $1,000 revenue in 2019 to 0.00032 mt CO2e per $1,000 revenue in 2023. This suggests that while total emissions have varied, Clean Harbors is working towards improving efficiency in relation to its financial performance. Overall, while Clean Harbors has made strides in emissions management, the absence of defined reduction targets highlights the need for a more structured approach to climate commitments moving forward.
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| 2019 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,546,128,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 157,268,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 0,000,000,000 | - | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Clean Harbors 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.
