Clean Harbors
Clean Harbors, Inc., a leading provider of environmental, energy, and industrial services, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1980, the company has established a strong presence across North America, with major operational regions including Canada and various states in the US. Specialising in hazardous waste management, emergency spill response, and industrial cleaning, Clean Harbors distinguishes itself through its commitment to safety and sustainability. The company’s innovative solutions and extensive service offerings have positioned it as a trusted partner for businesses across multiple industries. With a robust market presence, Clean Harbors has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for environmental stewardship and operational excellence. Its dedication to providing comprehensive and compliant services makes it a leader in the environmental services sector.
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Clean Harbors's score of 20 is higher than 61% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Clean Harbors's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Clean Harbors reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,754,788,000 kg CO2e, comprising 1,631,889,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and 122,899,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This represents a slight increase from 2022, where total emissions were about 1,694,972,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 1,569,286,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 125,686,000 kg CO2e. Over the years, Clean Harbors has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint. In 2021, the company reported total emissions of approximately 1,609,448,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions, which included 1,760,000,000 kg CO2e from purchased goods and services alone. The company has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives, indicating a potential area for improvement in their climate strategy. Despite the lack of formal reduction targets, Clean Harbors continues to monitor and report its emissions, reflecting an awareness of its environmental impact. The company’s GHG intensity has shown a downward trend, with emissions per $1,000 revenue decreasing from 0.00042 in 2021 to 0.00032 in 2023, suggesting a more efficient operation relative to its revenue generation. Overall, while Clean Harbors has made strides in emissions reporting and efficiency, the absence of specific reduction commitments highlights the need for a more robust climate action plan to address its overall carbon emissions effectively.
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| 2019 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,546,128,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 157,268,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 0,000,000,000 | - | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Clean Harbors 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.
