Air Products And Chemicals
Air Products and Chemicals, Inc., commonly known as Air Products, is a leading global provider of industrial gases headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1940, the company has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including North America, Europe, and Asia. Specialising in the production of atmospheric and process gases, Air Products serves a diverse range of industries, including healthcare, energy, and manufacturing. Their core offerings, such as oxygen, nitrogen, and hydrogen, are distinguished by their commitment to sustainability and innovation. With a robust market position, Air Products has achieved notable milestones, including advancements in hydrogen production and carbon capture technologies. The company continues to be recognised for its contributions to the industrial gas sector, driving efficiency and environmental responsibility across its operations.
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Air Products And Chemicals's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Air Products and Chemicals reported total carbon emissions of approximately 35,300,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 16,400,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 10,700,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 8,300,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon intensity, aiming for a 33% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using a 2015 baseline. Additionally, Air Products is committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050. The company is also investing in a multi-billion dollar hydrogen energy complex, which is expected to include a net-zero hydrogen production and liquefaction facility, anticipated to be operational by 2024. This initiative is part of their broader strategy to enhance sustainability and reduce greenhouse gas emissions across all scopes. Overall, Air Products and Chemicals is actively working towards significant emissions reductions while contributing to the transition to a low-carbon economy.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 16,700,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 10,900,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 6,600,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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