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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.
41
DitchCarbon score
+22 vs industry average
Braskem’s score of 41 is higher than 63% 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
Very High
Rubber and Plastic Products is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
0.439
20182025
The Rubber and Plastic Products industry has reduced its overall emissions by 30% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
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Reported emissions
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Braskem's reported carbon emissions
Braskem, a Brazilian producer of rubber and plastic products, reported total emissions of approximately 35.59 billion kg CO2e in 2024. This figure includes about 9.21 billion kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, approximately 523.53 million kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions (primarily from purchased electricity), and around 25.86 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Key contributors to Scope 3 emissions in 2024 were purchased goods and services (approximately 11.91 billion kg CO2e), fuel and energy-related activities (around 5.16 billion kg CO2e), and upstream transportation and distribution (approximately 3.74 billion kg CO2e).
The company has set a near-term target to reduce its combined Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 15% by 2030, using 2020 as a base year. Looking further ahead, Braskem aims to achieve carbon neutrality for Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2050. Emissions data and reduction initiatives are cascaded from Braskem S.A.
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Braskem’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
On track94%
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
At risk48%
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
Behind target22%
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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