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BioAmber Sarnia Inc

BioAmber Sarnia Inc., a leading player in the renewable chemicals industry, is headquartered in Canada. Founded in 2010, the company has established itself as a pioneer in the production of bio-based succinic acid, a versatile building block for various applications, including plastics, solvents, and food additives. With its major operational facilities located in Sarnia, Ontario, BioAmber focuses on sustainable manufacturing processes that utilise renewable resources, setting it apart in a competitive market. The company’s commitment to innovation has led to significant milestones, including the successful scaling of its production capabilities. Recognised for its contributions to the green chemistry movement, BioAmber Sarnia Inc. continues to strengthen its market position through strategic partnerships and a robust portfolio of eco-friendly products, making it a key player in the transition towards sustainable industrial practices.

DitchCarbon Score

How does BioAmber Sarnia Inc'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.

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Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Chemicals 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

BioAmber Sarnia Inc's score of 13 is lower than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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BioAmber Sarnia Inc's reported carbon emissions

BioAmber Sarnia Inc, headquartered in Canada, has made notable strides in addressing carbon emissions, although specific emissions data for recent years is not available. The latest reported emissions data dates back to 2017, where the company achieved a greenhouse gas (GHG) emission reduction intensity of approximately 16,600 kg CO2e per tonne for the rest of the world (ROW) and 240 kg CO2e per MWh for Canada. In 2016, the company reported a GHG emission reduction intensity of about 19,500 kg CO2e per barrel for petroleum oils and 280 kg CO2e per MWh for electricity. These figures indicate a commitment to reducing emissions across various sectors, including petroleum and electricity. BioAmber Sarnia Inc has implemented several initiatives aimed at reducing emissions from its operations. For instance, the company has reported reductions of approximately 1,280 kg CO2e per head of cattle, 650 kg CO2e per tonne of struvite fertilizer produced, and 1,690 kg CO2e per tonne of dry wood waste processed. Additionally, they have achieved a reduction of 0.61 kg CO2e per kWh of electricity consumed. Despite the absence of specific reduction targets or commitments under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), BioAmber Sarnia Inc's ongoing efforts reflect a proactive approach to mitigating climate impact and enhancing sustainability within its operations.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. BioAmber Sarnia Inc's primary industry is Chemicals nec, which is medium 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. BioAmber Sarnia Inc is headquartered in CA, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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BioAmber Sarnia Inc 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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