Beckers Group, a leading global player in the coatings industry, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across Europe, Asia, and the Americas. Founded in 1865, the company has established itself as a pioneer in the development of innovative coating solutions, particularly for metal and plastic substrates. Beckers offers a diverse range of products, including high-performance coatings for the architectural, automotive, and industrial sectors, distinguished by their durability and environmental sustainability. The company’s commitment to quality and innovation has positioned it as a trusted partner in the coatings market, achieving notable milestones such as significant advancements in eco-friendly technologies. With a strong market presence and a reputation for excellence, Beckers continues to lead the way in coating solutions that meet the evolving needs of its global clientele.
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In 2023, Beckers reported total carbon emissions of approximately 486,008,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions, which accounted for about 472,542,000 kg CO2e. The breakdown of emissions includes Scope 1 emissions at about 7,106,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 6,360,000 kg CO2e (market-based). Beckers has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 55% absolute reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030, using 2013 as the base year. This target translates to reducing emissions from 27,567 metric tons CO2e to 12,405 metric tons CO2e. These goals are part of their broader strategy to achieve carbon neutrality at all sites by 2030. The emissions data for Beckers is cascaded from its parent company, Becker Industrial Coatings AB, reflecting a corporate family relationship. Beckers has demonstrated a commitment to sustainability through various initiatives, including a notable 6% reduction in carbon emissions per ton of product produced in 2016 compared to 2015, alongside a shift towards renewable energy sources. Overall, Beckers is actively working towards reducing its carbon footprint and enhancing its sustainability practices in alignment with industry standards.
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2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | - | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 2 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 3,191,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Beckers 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.