Us Silica Holdings
US Silica Holdings, Inc., a leading provider of industrial minerals, is headquartered in the United States, with significant operations across North America. Founded in 1900, the company has established itself as a key player in the silica sand and industrial minerals industry, serving diverse sectors such as oil and gas, construction, and glass manufacturing. US Silica is renowned for its high-quality silica products, including frac sand, industrial sand, and clay, which are distinguished by their purity and performance. The company has achieved notable milestones, including strategic acquisitions that have expanded its market reach and product offerings. With a strong commitment to sustainability and innovation, US Silica Holdings continues to solidify its position as a trusted partner in the industrial minerals market.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Us Silica Holdings's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Us Silica Holdings's score of 18 is lower than 57% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Us Silica Holdings's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, US Silica Holdings reported total carbon emissions of approximately 633,664,000 kg CO2e, comprising about 462,073,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and around 171,591,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This marked a slight increase in total emissions compared to 2021, when emissions were approximately 646,814,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 416,452,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at around 170,256,000 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, US Silica has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing their carbon footprint. The absence of defined climate commitments or science-based targets suggests that the company may be in the early stages of developing a comprehensive climate strategy. As the industry increasingly prioritises sustainability, US Silica's future commitments will be crucial in aligning with global climate goals.
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| 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 416,452,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 170,256,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Us Silica Holdings 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.
