Birla Carbon, a leading manufacturer in the carbon black industry, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across Asia, Europe, and Africa. Founded in 1964, the company has established itself as a key player in the production of high-performance carbon black, which is essential for various applications, including tyres, coatings, and plastics. With a commitment to innovation and sustainability, Birla Carbon offers a diverse range of products that stand out for their quality and performance. The company has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for its environmental initiatives and technological advancements. As a subsidiary of the Aditya Birla Group, Birla Carbon is recognised for its market leadership and dedication to delivering superior solutions that meet the evolving needs of its global clientele.
How does Birla Carbon'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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In 2023, Birla Carbon reported total carbon emissions of approximately 5,800,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 3,657,396,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of around 83,656,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalling approximately 1,809,748,000 kg CO2e. Notably, the Scope 3 emissions include significant contributions from investments and purchased goods and services. Over the years, Birla Carbon has seen fluctuations in its emissions. For instance, in 2022, the total emissions were about 5,200,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 3,806,644,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at around 87,605,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at about 2,074,032,000 kg CO2e. The company has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. Birla Carbon's emissions data reflects its commitment to transparency in reporting, although it currently lacks defined reduction targets. The company operates within a global context where the carbon-intensive nature of the carbon black industry necessitates ongoing efforts to mitigate climate impact.
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2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 3,307,831,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 106,297,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 1,184,210,000 | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Birla Carbon 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.