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Carolina Absorbent Cotton

Carolina Absorbent Cotton, a leading name in the absorbent cotton industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1990, the company has established itself as a key player in the production of high-quality absorbent cotton products, serving various sectors including medical, cosmetic, and industrial applications. With a commitment to innovation and sustainability, Carolina Absorbent Cotton offers a diverse range of products, including cotton balls, swabs, and pads, all crafted to meet stringent quality standards. Their unique manufacturing processes ensure superior absorbency and softness, setting them apart in a competitive market. Recognised for their dedication to excellence, Carolina Absorbent Cotton has achieved significant milestones, solidifying their position as a trusted supplier in both domestic and international markets.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Carolina Absorbent Cotton'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 Machinery and Equipment 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.

12

Industry Benchmark

Carolina Absorbent Cotton's score of 13 is higher than 61% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Carolina Absorbent Cotton's reported carbon emissions

As of 2018, Carolina Absorbent Cotton reported significant carbon emissions, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 26,600,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at about 9,300,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions also at approximately 75,700,000,000 kg CO2e. This data highlights the company's substantial carbon footprint across all scopes of emissions. Despite the high emissions figures, there are currently no documented reduction targets or climate pledges from Carolina Absorbent Cotton. The absence of specific initiatives or commitments suggests that the company may be in the early stages of developing a comprehensive climate strategy. As the industry increasingly prioritises sustainability, it will be essential for Carolina Absorbent Cotton to establish clear reduction goals and engage in climate action to align with global efforts to mitigate climate change.

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Scope 1
25,600,000,000
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Scope 2
8,800,000,000
0,000,000,000
Scope 3
75,700,000,000
00,000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Carolina Absorbent Cotton's primary industry is Machinery and equipment n.e.c. (29), 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. Carolina Absorbent Cotton is headquartered in US, 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.

Carolina Absorbent Cotton 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.

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CDP
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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