Braskem
Braskem S.A., a leading global player in the petrochemical industry, is headquartered in Brazil and operates extensively across North America, Europe, and Asia. Founded in 2002, Braskem has rapidly established itself as a key manufacturer of thermoplastic resins, with a strong focus on sustainable solutions and innovation. The company’s core products include polyethylene, polypropylene, and PVC, which are essential for various applications in packaging, construction, and automotive sectors. Braskem is particularly noted for its commitment to producing biopolymers, setting it apart in the market. With a robust market position, Braskem has achieved significant milestones, including recognition for its sustainability initiatives and contributions to the circular economy. As a pioneer in the industry, Braskem continues to drive advancements in materials science and sustainable practices.
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Braskem's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Braskem reported total carbon emissions of approximately 9,876,777,000 kg CO2e globally, with Scope 1 emissions at about 9,323,773,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 553,004,000 kg CO2e. In Brazil, the company recorded Scope 1 emissions of about 1,726,209,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 31,639,000 kg CO2e. Braskem has made significant strides in reducing its carbon footprint over the years. For instance, in 2021, the company achieved a total of approximately 10,868,089,000 kg CO2e in Scope 1 and 2 emissions. This reflects a commitment to improving emissions intensity, which was reported at about 1,190 kg CO2e per tonne of product in 2021. Despite these achievements, Braskem has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The absence of defined reduction targets suggests a need for further commitment to climate action in line with industry standards. Overall, Braskem's emissions data highlights both the challenges and progress in its climate commitments, particularly in the context of its operations in Brazil and globally.
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| 2008 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 11,674,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,017,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 12,000,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | - |
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Braskem is committed to some 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.
