Arkema
Arkema S.A., a leading global player in specialty chemicals and advanced materials, is headquartered in France. Founded in 2004, the company has rapidly established a strong presence in key operational regions, including Europe, North America, and Asia. Arkema focuses on innovative solutions across various industries, including construction, automotive, and electronics. The company’s core offerings encompass high-performance polymers, adhesives, and coatings, distinguished by their sustainability and efficiency. Notable achievements include a commitment to reducing carbon emissions and a robust portfolio of eco-friendly products. With a strong market position, Arkema continues to drive innovation, positioning itself as a trusted partner in the evolving landscape of specialty chemicals.
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Arkema's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Arkema reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 71,057,000,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 1,330,000,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 943,000,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and 71,057,000,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). This represents a significant reduction from previous years, with total emissions decreasing from about 73,330,000,000 kg CO2e in 2021 and 80,474,000,000 kg CO2e in 2020. Arkema has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 48.5% and Scope 3 emissions by 54% by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. Additionally, the company has announced a long-term goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Arkema's commitment to addressing climate change through substantial emission reductions across all scopes. The company's proactive approach to sustainability is evident in its comprehensive climate plan, which includes specific reduction targets and a commitment to integrating biogenic land-related emissions and removals from bioenergy feedstocks into its strategy.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,601,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,103,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 152,400,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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