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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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Brenntag's reported carbon emissions

In 2016, Brenntag reported total carbon emissions of approximately 53,576,000 kg CO2e, which includes 15,787,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and 37,789,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data. Currently, Brenntag does not have specific reduction targets or initiatives outlined in their sustainability reports. There are no commitments to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. As a leading global chemical distribution company headquartered in Italy, Brenntag is positioned to enhance its sustainability efforts and address its carbon footprint in the future.

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2016
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15,787,000
Scope 2
37,789,000
Scope 3
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Industry emissions intensity

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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 very high grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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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
Reduction Actions

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