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Ambipar Sustainability Profile

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Ambipar, officially known as Ambipar Group, is a leading Brazilian company headquartered in São Paulo, Brazil. Established in 1995, Ambipar has carved a niche in the environmental services industry, specialising in emergency response, waste management, and environmental consulting. With a strong operational presence across Brazil and expanding into international markets, the company has achieved significant milestones, including strategic partnerships and innovative service offerings. Ambipar's core services include hazardous waste management, environmental remediation, and spill response, distinguished by their commitment to sustainability and safety. The company is recognised for its advanced technology and expertise, positioning itself as a trusted partner in environmental protection. With a robust market presence, Ambipar continues to set industry standards, reflecting its dedication to excellence and environmental stewardship.

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66

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Business Services 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

Ambipar's score of 66 is higher than 81% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

81%

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Ambipar's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Ambipar reported total carbon emissions of approximately 276,045,659 kg CO2e, comprising 228,715,539 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 670,730 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 55,302,437 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Notably, the Scope 1 emissions included 72,196,906 kg CO2e from mobile combustion and 191,395 kg CO2e from fugitive emissions. Ambipar has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for carbon neutrality in its operations by 2030. The company targets a 50% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2025, using a 2020 baseline. Furthermore, it has committed to a long-term goal of reducing absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 90% by 2050, also from a 2022 baseline. Additionally, Ambipar plans to reduce Scope 3 emissions by 90% within the same timeframe. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Ambipar's commitment to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint across all scopes. The company is actively working towards these goals, demonstrating a proactive approach to sustainability in the professional services sector.

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2019202120222023
Scope 1
14,076,884
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 2
75,940
000,000
0,000,000
000,000
Scope 3
2,702,427
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Ambipar's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Ambipar's primary industry is Business Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Ambipar'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 Ambipar is in BR, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Ambipar's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Ambipar's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 158% last year and increased significantly since 2019, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Their carbon footprint includes suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 19% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Downstream Transportation & Distribution" being the largest emissions source at 82% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2023
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
82%
Employee Commuting
8%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
6%
Business Travel
3%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%

Ambipar'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.

Ambipar has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. 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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