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updated 6 months ago

Brenntag

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Brenntag, officially known as Brenntag AG, is a leading global distributor of chemicals and ingredients, headquartered in Italy. Established in 1874, the company has evolved significantly, marking key milestones in its expansion across Europe, North America, and Asia-Pacific. Operating within the chemical distribution industry, Brenntag provides a comprehensive range of products and services, including logistics, formulation, and technical support, tailored to various sectors such as pharmaceuticals, food and beverage, and personal care. What sets Brenntag apart is its commitment to sustainability and innovation, ensuring that customers receive high-quality solutions that meet their specific needs. With a strong market position and a reputation for reliability, Brenntag continues to achieve notable success, solidifying its status as a trusted partner in the global chemical supply chain.

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13

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Chemicals industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

19

Industry Benchmark

Brenntag's score of 13 is lower than 77% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Brenntag's reported carbon emissions

Brenntag, headquartered in Italy, currently does not report any specific carbon emissions data, as there are no available figures for kg CO2e emissions. Additionally, there are no documented reduction targets or climate pledges outlined in their sustainability initiatives. This lack of data suggests that Brenntag may still be in the early stages of formalising its climate commitments or reporting practices. As the chemical distribution industry increasingly focuses on sustainability, Brenntag's future climate strategies will likely need to align with industry standards and expectations. Without specific emissions data or reduction targets, it is challenging to assess their current environmental impact or commitment to climate action.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Brenntag's primary industry is Chemicals nec, which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Brenntag is in IT, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Brenntag is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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