Public Profile

Brenntag

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.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Brenntag's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

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.

14

Industry Benchmark

Brenntag's score of 13 is lower than 65% 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 have publicly available carbon emissions data for the most recent year, nor specific reduction targets or initiatives outlined in their climate commitments. Without concrete figures or defined goals, it is challenging to assess their current impact on carbon emissions or their strategic approach to climate change. However, the company is likely to be engaged in industry-standard practices aimed at reducing carbon footprints and enhancing sustainability, reflecting a broader commitment within the chemical distribution sector to address climate change. Further details on their specific initiatives or targets may be necessary to provide a comprehensive overview of their climate commitments.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Brenntag's primary industry is Chemicals nec, which is medium 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. Brenntag is headquartered in IT, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

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 committed to any 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.

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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