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Carborundum Universal Limited

Carborundum Universal Limited (CUMI), headquartered in India, is a leading player in the abrasives and ceramics industry. Established in 1954, the company has grown to become a significant force in various operational regions, including Asia, Europe, and North America. CUMI is renowned for its innovative products, including bonded abrasives, coated abrasives, and advanced ceramics, which are distinguished by their superior quality and performance. With a commitment to research and development, CUMI has achieved several key milestones, positioning itself as a trusted partner in sectors such as automotive, aerospace, and metalworking. The company’s extensive portfolio not only meets diverse industrial needs but also adheres to stringent quality standards, solidifying its reputation in the global market. CUMI's dedication to excellence has earned it numerous accolades, further enhancing its status as a leader in the abrasives and ceramics domain.

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9

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Non-Metallic Mineral Mining 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.

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Industry Benchmark

Carborundum Universal Limited's score of 9 is higher than 70% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Carborundum Universal Limited's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Carborundum Universal Limited reported total carbon emissions of approximately 48,246,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 134,185,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. This reflects a combined Scope 1 and 2 emission intensity of about 0.00768 kg CO2e per rupee of revenue. In 2022, the company’s emissions were approximately 58,815,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and around 131,041,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, indicating a need for ongoing efforts to reduce emissions. The company has set near-term climate commitments, including the commissioning of a 1.8 MWp ground-mounted solar power system at its Edappally plant. This initiative aims to lower both costs and emissions across its operations, with a focus on reducing Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2025. Carborundum Universal Limited is actively working towards its climate goals, although specific reduction percentages have not been disclosed. The company’s commitment to renewable energy and energy-saving measures is a significant step towards achieving its climate objectives.

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Scope 3
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Carborundum Universal Limited's primary industry is Other non-metallic mineral products, 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 Carborundum Universal Limited is in IN, which has a very high grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Carborundum Universal Limited 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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