Arcadium Lithium PLC, a prominent player in the chemicals nec sector, is headquartered in the United States and operates across key regions globally. Founded in [year], the company has established itself as a leader in lithium production, catering to the growing demand for sustainable energy solutions.
Specialising in high-purity lithium compounds, Arcadium Lithium offers unique products that are essential for battery manufacturing and other industrial applications. Their commitment to innovation and sustainability sets them apart in a competitive market.
With a strong market position, Arcadium Lithium has achieved significant milestones, including [notable achievements], reinforcing its reputation as a trusted supplier in the chemicals industry. The company continues to drive advancements in lithium technology, contributing to the global transition towards cleaner energy.
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Arcadium Lithium PLC's reported carbon emissions
Arcadium Lithium PLC, a chemicals company headquartered in the US, reported a total of approximately 374.5 million kg CO2e in greenhouse gas emissions for the year 2023. This figure encompasses Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions.
Breaking down the emissions for 2023:
- Scope 1 emissions totalled approximately 104.5 million kg CO2e.
- Scope 2 emissions were approximately 14.1 million kg CO2e (market-based) and 16.8 million kg CO2e (location-based).
- Scope 3 emissions accounted for approximately 259.0 million kg CO2e. The largest contributors within Scope 3 were purchased goods and services (approximately 158.1 million kg CO2e) and fuel and energy-related activities (approximately 58.6 million kg CO2e). Upstream transportation and distribution contributed approximately 26.2 million kg CO2e, followed by employee commute at about 2.4 million kg CO2e, waste generated in operations at approximately 4.6 million kg CO2e, business travel at about 0.8 million kg CO2e, and end-of-life treatment of sold products at approximately 1.8 million kg CO2e. Capital goods contributed approximately 6.4 million kg CO2e.
For the years 2019 through 2022, Arcadium Lithium PLC did not disclose specific absolute emissions data. However, their sustainability reports indicate a commitment to climate action.
Climate Commitments and Reduction Targets: Arcadium Lithium PLC, through its former subsidiary Livent Co., Ltd., has established Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) approved near-term reduction targets. These targets align with a 1.5°C warming scenario. Specifically:
- Livent Co., Ltd. commits to reducing absolute Scope 1 greenhouse gas emissions by 58.8% by 2034, using 2024 as the base year.
- Livent Co., Ltd. also commits to reducing absolute Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 58.8% by 2034, using 2024 as the base year.
- Furthermore, the company commits to measuring and reducing its Scope 3 emissions.
The emissions data for Arcadium Lithium PLC is cascaded from its ultimate parent company, Arcadium Lithium plc, at cascade level 1, with the relationship type being a current subsidiary.
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