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Ascend Performance Materials

Ascend Performance Materials, a leading global manufacturer, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across North America, Europe, and Asia. Founded in 2009, the company has rapidly established itself in the specialty chemicals industry, focusing on high-performance materials that cater to diverse sectors, including automotive, electronics, and consumer goods. Ascend's core offerings include nylon, polyester, and other advanced materials, distinguished by their superior quality and innovative applications. The company is recognised for its commitment to sustainability and operational excellence, positioning itself as a key player in the market. With a strong emphasis on research and development, Ascend Performance Materials continues to achieve significant milestones, reinforcing its reputation as a trusted partner in the materials sector.

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29

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Salt and Mineral Mining 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.

21

Industry Benchmark

Ascend Performance Materials's score of 29 is higher than 82% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Ascend Performance Materials's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Ascend Performance Materials reported significant carbon emissions, with Scope 1 emissions totalling approximately 3,500,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions reaching about 163,068,000,000 kg CO2e. This marks a notable decrease from 2022, where Scope 1 emissions were around 4,600,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions were approximately 234,814,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 90% reduction in its direct operational emissions (Scope 1) and plans to increase its use of renewable energy to over 90% by 2030. These targets reflect a strong commitment to sustainability and align with industry standards for reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Ascend Performance Materials has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data, indicating a focus on direct operational impacts. The company's ongoing efforts to reduce emissions are crucial in the context of global climate initiatives and the push for more sustainable industrial practices.

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201820192020202120222023
Scope 1
12,800,000,000,000
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00,000,000,000,000
0,000,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
Scope 2
311,175,000,000
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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-
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Ascend Performance Materials's primary industry is Chemical and fertilizer minerals, salt and other mining and quarrying products n.e.c., which is low 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 Ascend Performance Materials 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.

Ascend Performance Materials 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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