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Advansix

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Advansix Inc., headquartered in the United States, is a leading player in the chemical manufacturing industry, specialising in the production of nylon, caprolactam, and ammonium sulphate. Founded in 2016, Advansix emerged from the legacy of the former Solvay Chemicals, marking a significant milestone in the sector. The company operates primarily in North America, with a strong presence in key operational regions that enhance its market reach. Advansix is renowned for its commitment to sustainability and innovation, offering unique products that cater to diverse applications, including automotive, textiles, and consumer goods. With a robust portfolio, the company has established itself as a reliable supplier, achieving notable recognition for its environmentally responsible practices and high-quality standards. As a result, Advansix continues to strengthen its position in the competitive landscape of chemical manufacturing.

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26

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.

22

Industry Benchmark

Advansix's score of 26 is higher than 52% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Advansix's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, AdvanSix reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,180,433,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 177,947,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, resulting in combined emissions of approximately 2,358,379,000 kg CO2e. This marks a significant commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions, with a reported 11% reduction in total Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions compared to 2018 levels. In 2021, AdvanSix achieved a 20% reduction in greenhouse gas intensity for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions compared to 2015. The company is actively working on strategies to further reduce its nitrous oxide emissions, which constitute over 40% of its current Scope 1 emissions, with a target timeframe extending to 2030. The emissions data is sourced directly from AdvanSix Inc. and reflects their ongoing efforts to enhance sustainability practices within the chemical manufacturing industry. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data, indicating a focused approach on direct and indirect emissions from their operations.

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2015201820192020202120222023
Scope 1
2,769,490,000
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0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
Scope 2
229,355,000
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000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 3
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Advansix's primary industry is Chemicals nec, which is high 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 Advansix 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.

Advansix 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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