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Advansix Sustainability Profile

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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.

20

Industry Benchmark

Advansix's score of 26 is higher than 51% 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 around 2,358,379,000 kg CO2e. This marks a significant commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions, with an 11% reduction in total Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions compared to 2018 levels. The company has set specific reduction targets, achieving a 20% reduction in GHG intensity for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2021, relative to 2015 levels. Furthermore, AdvanSix is actively working on strategies to abate nitrous oxide emissions, which constitute over 40% of its current Scope 1 emissions, with a target timeframe extending to 2030. AdvanSix's emissions data is sourced directly from its own disclosures, with no cascaded data from parent organisations. The company continues to focus on enhancing its sustainability practices and reducing its carbon footprint in alignment with industry standards.

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Scope 1
2,500,000,000
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0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
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Scope 2
80,000,000
000,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 3
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How Carbon Intensive is Advansix's Industry?

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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.

How Carbon Intensive is Advansix's Location?

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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.

Advansix's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

Advansix has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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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