Cabot
Cabot Corporation, commonly referred to as Cabot, is a leading global specialty chemicals and performance materials company headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1882, Cabot has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including North America, Europe, and Asia. The company operates primarily in the chemicals industry, focusing on areas such as carbon black, fumed silica, and specialty compounds. Cabot's core products are distinguished by their innovative applications and high-performance characteristics, catering to diverse markets including automotive, electronics, and construction. With a commitment to sustainability and technological advancement, Cabot has achieved notable milestones, solidifying its market position as a trusted provider of advanced materials. The company continues to drive growth through its dedication to quality and customer-centric solutions.
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Industry Benchmark
Cabot's score of 39 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Cabot's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Cabot Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 3,700,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 310,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, alongside significant Scope 3 emissions of around 5,206,000,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a continued reliance on fossil fuels and highlights the challenges the company faces in reducing its overall carbon footprint. Over the years, Cabot's emissions have fluctuated, with Scope 1 emissions peaking at about 4,600,000,000 kg CO2e in 2014. The company has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. This lack of formal commitments may reflect broader industry trends where companies are increasingly scrutinised for their environmental impact. Cabot's emissions intensity, measured in terms of revenue, has shown variability, with a reported GHG intensity of approximately 2,450 kg CO2e per million USD in 2022. The company continues to face pressure to enhance its sustainability practices and align with global climate goals, particularly as stakeholders demand greater transparency and accountability in corporate climate strategies.
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Add to project| 2005 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 4,309,617,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 374,058,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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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.
Cabot 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.
