Brenntag
Brenntag SE, a global leader in chemical distribution, is headquartered in Essen, Germany. Founded in 1874, the company has established a strong presence across Europe, North America, Latin America, and Asia-Pacific, serving a diverse range of industries. Brenntag's core business areas include the distribution of industrial and specialty chemicals, as well as providing tailored solutions that enhance customer efficiency and sustainability. With a commitment to quality and safety, Brenntag offers a unique portfolio of products and services, including logistics, formulation, and technical support. The company is recognised for its extensive network and market position, consistently ranking among the top chemical distributors worldwide. Brenntag's dedication to innovation and customer-centric solutions has solidified its reputation as a trusted partner in the chemical industry.
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Brenntag's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Brenntag reported total carbon emissions of approximately 30,035,471,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 185,546,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 8,127,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and a significant Scope 3 total of around 29,841,798,000 kg CO2e. This represents a decrease from 2023, where total emissions were about 31,555,908,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 194,390,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at about 47,024,000 kg CO2e. Brenntag has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 40% from a 2020 baseline by 2030. Furthermore, the company has committed to achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050. Specific targets include a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2045 from a 2023 base year, and a 35% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions by 2034 from the same baseline. Brenntag's initiatives also include a commitment to use 100% environmentally-friendly energy by 2025, demonstrating a proactive approach to sustainability and climate responsibility. These targets align with industry standards and reflect Brenntag's dedication to addressing climate change effectively.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 151,159,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 68,921,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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