Avient
Avient Corporation, formerly known as PolyOne Corporation, is a leading provider of specialised polymer materials and services, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 2000, Avient has established a strong presence in key operational regions across North America, Europe, and Asia, focusing on the plastics and chemicals industry. The company is renowned for its innovative solutions in colour and additive technologies, as well as sustainable packaging and performance materials. Avient's commitment to sustainability and customisation sets it apart, enabling clients to enhance product performance while reducing environmental impact. With a robust market position, Avient has achieved significant milestones, including strategic acquisitions that have expanded its capabilities and global reach, solidifying its status as a trusted partner in the polymer sector.
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Avient's score of 47 is higher than 84% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Avient's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Avient Corporation, headquartered in the US, reported significant carbon emissions across various scopes. The total emissions for Scope 1 were approximately 21,495,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions amounted to about 63,925,000 kg CO2e. This brings their combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions to around 85,420,000 kg CO2e. Notably, Avient has made substantial progress in reducing its greenhouse gas emissions, achieving nearly a 50% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions compared to the 2019 baseline of 100,194 metric tons CO2e. Avient has set ambitious targets for further reductions. By 2030, the company aims to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 55% from the 2019 baseline, with an ultimate goal of achieving operational carbon neutrality by 2050. This commitment aligns with their low carbon transition plan, which targets intermediate goals around both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. The company’s emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that these figures are independently reported by Avient Corporation. The commitment to sustainability is further reinforced by their alignment with initiatives such as RE100 and Better Plants, which aim to enhance energy efficiency and reduce overall emissions intensity. Overall, Avient's proactive approach to managing carbon emissions reflects its dedication to environmental sustainability and compliance with global climate goals.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 33,362,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 238,100,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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