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Advanced Drainage Systems (ADS) Inc., commonly referred to as ADS, is a leading American manufacturer specialising in high-quality plastic drainage products. Headquartered in the United States, the company serves a broad range of markets across North America, providing innovative solutions for stormwater management, wastewater, and agricultural drainage. Founded in 1966, ADS has established itself as a key player within the plastics industry, recognised for its durable and sustainable piping systems.
The company's core offerings include corrugated plastic pipes, stormwater management products, and related infrastructure solutions, distinguished by their strength, longevity, and ease of installation. With a strong market position and numerous industry recognitions, ADS continues to drive advancements in drainage technology, supporting infrastructure development and environmental sustainability across the US and beyond.
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Advanced Drainage Systems’s score of 38 is higher than 61% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Plastic production is among the most carbon-intensive industries
The Plastic production industry has reduced its overall emissions by 22% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Advanced Drainage Systems, a US-based company in the Plastics, basic industry, reported its most recent carbon emissions for 2024. In 2024, the company's total emissions were approximately 1.09 billion kg CO2e. This included Scope 1 emissions of about 140.4 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 market-based emissions of approximately 157.3 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of around 795.4 million kg CO2e.
Looking back, in 2023, Advanced Drainage Systems's total emissions were approximately 1.24 billion kg CO2e. This comprised Scope 1 emissions of about 150.7 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 market-based emissions of roughly 164.9 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of around 920.8 million kg CO2e.
For 2022, the company's total emissions were approximately 1.51 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 164.4 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 market-based emissions at roughly 174.5 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at approximately 1.13 billion kg CO2e.
Advanced Drainage Systems has established several climate commitments. They aim to reduce their Scope 1 emissions by 30% from a 2022 baseline by 2030. Similarly, they intend to reduce their Scope 2 emissions by 30% from a 2022 baseline by 2030.
The company has also submitted proposed Science Based Targets (SBTs) to the SBTi for approval in Fiscal 2024. Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc. commits to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 50.4% by FY2032 from a FY2022 base year. Furthermore, they commit to reduce absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions from purchased goods and services by 30% within the same timeframe. These targets are consistent with reductions required to limit global warming to 1.5°C.
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50.4% reduction in Scope 1
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50.4% reduction in Scope 1
Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc. commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 50.4% by FY2032 from a FY2022 base year. Advanced Dra…
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30% reduction in scope 3 total
Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc. commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 50.4% by FY2032 from a FY2022 base year. Advanced Dra…
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