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Chemonics

Chemonics International Inc., commonly referred to as Chemonics, is a leading global development firm headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1975, the company has established a strong presence in over 70 countries, focusing on sectors such as health, agriculture, economic development, and governance. Chemonics is renowned for its innovative approach to project management and capacity building, delivering tailored solutions that address complex challenges in developing regions. With a commitment to sustainable development, Chemonics offers a range of services, including programme design, implementation, and evaluation. The firm has achieved notable milestones, such as receiving multiple awards for excellence in project delivery and impact. As a trusted partner for governments, NGOs, and private sector entities, Chemonics continues to enhance its market position through strategic collaborations and a dedication to measurable results.

DitchCarbon Score

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34

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Services Auxiliary to Financial Intermediation 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.

29

Industry Benchmark

Chemonics's score of 34 is higher than 76% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

76%

Chemonics's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Chemonics International reported total carbon emissions of approximately 410,300 kg CO2e. This figure includes 35,400 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 28,800 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 313,400 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, primarily driven by business travel. In 2022, their total emissions were about 189,800 kg CO2e, indicating a notable increase in emissions year-on-year. The breakdown for 2022 included 31,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 35,500 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 110,900 kg CO2e from Scope 3. Chemonics has committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, aligning with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). This long-term commitment encompasses all scopes of emissions, reflecting their dedication to addressing climate change comprehensively. The company is also a member of the BA1.5 initiative, which underscores their commitment to limiting global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius. Overall, Chemonics is actively working towards reducing its carbon footprint while navigating the challenges of increasing emissions in certain areas, particularly in business travel.

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20202022
Scope 1
30,350
00,000
Scope 2
46,910
00,000
Scope 3
122,430
000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Chemonics's primary industry is Services auxiliary to financial intermediation (67), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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. Chemonics is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Chemonics is committed to some 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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