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Celanese

Celanese Corporation, a global leader in advanced materials and specialty chemicals, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1918, the company has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including North America, Europe, and Asia. Celanese is renowned for its innovative solutions in the production of engineered polymers, acetyl products, and other chemical intermediates, which serve diverse industries such as automotive, healthcare, and consumer goods. With a commitment to sustainability and technological advancement, Celanese has achieved significant milestones, including the development of unique polymer formulations that enhance product performance. The company’s market position is bolstered by its extensive portfolio of high-performance materials, making it a preferred partner for manufacturers seeking reliable and efficient solutions. Celanese continues to drive growth through innovation and strategic partnerships, solidifying its reputation as a pioneer in the materials science sector.

DitchCarbon Score

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24

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Chemicals industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

26

Industry Benchmark

Celanese's score of 24 is lower than 64% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Celanese's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Celanese, headquartered in the US, reported no specific carbon emissions data across its global operations, including the US. However, the company has set ambitious climate commitments aimed at reducing its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Celanese targets a 30% reduction in both Scope 1 and market-based Scope 2 GHG intensity by 2030, using 2021 as the baseline year. This commitment reflects the company's focus on improving its operational efficiency and reducing its carbon footprint in line with industry standards. In 2022, Celanese's emissions included approximately 1,878,669,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 396,806,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 in the US. The company has not disclosed specific Scope 3 emissions data, which typically includes indirect emissions from the supply chain and product use. Celanese's climate strategy aligns with global sustainability trends, emphasising the importance of transparency and accountability in emissions reporting. The company's commitment to reducing GHG intensity is a significant step towards achieving its long-term sustainability goals.

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Scope 1
1,812,900,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
Scope 2
1,014,500,000
000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
Scope 3
-
-
000,000,000
-
-

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Celanese's primary industry is Chemicals nec, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Celanese is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Celanese is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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