Braskem S.A., a leading player in the rubber and plastic products industry, is headquartered in Brazil and operates extensively across the Americas and Europe. Founded in 2002, Braskem has rapidly established itself as a key innovator in the production of thermoplastic resins, including polyethylene and polypropylene, which are essential for various applications in packaging, automotive, and construction sectors.
With a commitment to sustainability, Braskem is renowned for its production of bio-based plastics, setting it apart in a competitive market. The company has achieved significant milestones, including becoming the largest producer of thermoplastic resins in the Americas. Braskem's focus on innovation and environmental responsibility positions it as a market leader, driving advancements in the rubber and plastic products industry.
+24 vs industry average
Braskem’s score of 45 is higher than 66% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Rubber and Plastic Products has above-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Rubber and Plastic Products industry has reduced its overall emissions by 30% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Braskem's reported carbon emissions
Braskem, a company in the Rubber and plastic products (25) sector headquartered in BR, reported a total of approximately 35.5 billion kg CO2e in emissions for 2024. This figure is comprised of approximately 9.2 billion kg CO2e for Scope 1, approximately 523.5 million kg CO2e for Scope 2, and approximately 25.9 billion kg CO2e for Scope 3. Braskem is committed to achieving carbon neutrality by 2050. The company has also set a near-term target to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 15% by 2030, using 2020 as the base year. This reduction target is applicable to all scopes. For Scope 1 and 2 emissions, Braskem aims for a 15% reduction by 2030, with a base year average of 2018-2020. Data for Braskem's emissions is cascaded from Braskem S.A., where Braskem operates as a current subsidiary.
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Braskem’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
6 goals2030
15% reduction in Scope 2
Reduce scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 15% (base year 2020(1)).
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
7 of 15 categories disclosedSee all scope 3 categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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