Public Profile

American Coatings Association

The American Coatings Association (ACA), headquartered in the United States, is a leading trade association representing the coatings, paints, and related products industry. Founded in 1877, ACA has played a pivotal role in advocating for the interests of its members across major operational regions, including North America and beyond. Specialising in a wide range of core services, ACA focuses on regulatory advocacy, technical support, and market intelligence, ensuring that its members stay ahead in a competitive landscape. The association is recognised for its commitment to innovation and sustainability, promoting environmentally friendly practices within the coatings sector. With a strong market position, ACA has achieved notable milestones, including the establishment of industry standards and hosting the annual American Coatings Show, which showcases cutting-edge technologies and trends.

DitchCarbon Score

How does American Coatings Association's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

18

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Other 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.

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Industry Benchmark

American Coatings Association's score of 18 is lower than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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American Coatings Association's reported carbon emissions

The American Coatings Association (ACA), headquartered in the US, currently does not provide specific carbon emissions data for the most recent year, as no emissions figures are available. Consequently, there are no reported Scope 1, 2, or 3 emissions figures to analyse. In the absence of concrete emissions data, it is important to note that the ACA is actively engaged in various climate commitments and initiatives aimed at reducing the environmental impact of the coatings industry. However, specific reduction targets or achievements have not been disclosed. The ACA's focus on sustainability reflects a broader industry trend towards enhancing environmental responsibility and addressing climate change. As the coatings sector continues to evolve, the ACA's commitment to reducing carbon emissions will be crucial in aligning with global climate goals.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. American Coatings Association's primary industry is Other services (93), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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. American Coatings Association is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

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.

American Coatings Association is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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