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.
+25 vs industry average
Braskem’s score of 46 is higher than 67% 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 2018
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) industry headquartered in BR, has reported its carbon emissions data.
For the year 2024, Braskem's total emissions were approximately 35.5 billion kg CO2e. This comprises Scope 1 emissions of about 9.2 billion kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 523.5 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of around 25.9 billion kg CO2e.
In 2023, Braskem reported total Scope 1 and 2 emissions of approximately 9.88 billion kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions stood at about 9.32 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 2 emissions at roughly 553 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 data was not disclosed for this year.
Looking back, Braskem's total Scope 1 and 2 emissions in 2022 were approximately 10.71 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 10.1 billion kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 607.6 million kg CO2e. In 2021, Scope 1 and 2 emissions totalled around 10.87 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 9.99 billion kg CO2e and Scope 2 at about 881.1 million kg CO2e.
Braskem has set significant climate commitments. The company aims to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050. Furthermore, Braskem is committed to reducing its Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 15% by 2030, using the average emissions from 2018, 2019, and 2020 as a baseline. This target has been reported as being on track for both near-term (2024) and five-year (2024) metrics for Scope 2 reductions.
It is important to note that Braskem's emissions data is cascaded from Braskem S.A., where Braskem operates as a current subsidiary at cascade level 4.
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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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