Corbion
Corbion N.V., headquartered in the Netherlands, is a leading global player in the biobased products industry. Founded in 1919, the company has evolved significantly, focusing on sustainable solutions across various sectors, including food, pharmaceuticals, and biochemicals. With a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Asia, Corbion is renowned for its innovative core products, such as lactic acid and its derivatives, which are pivotal in food preservation and packaging. The company’s commitment to sustainability and its expertise in fermentation technology set it apart in the market. Corbion has achieved notable milestones, including advancements in renewable biochemicals, positioning itself as a key contributor to the circular economy. Its dedication to quality and sustainability has solidified its reputation as a trusted partner in the industry.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Corbion's score of 47 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Corbion's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Corbion reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 68000000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 47000000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and 796000000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 38% by 2030 from a 2021 baseline. Additionally, Corbion targets a 24% reduction in Scope 3 emissions per ton of sold product, which includes emissions from purchased goods and services, upstream and downstream transportation, and waste generated in operations. In 2020, Corbion's emissions were significantly higher, with Scope 1 emissions at 113925000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 59061000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions reaching 676717000 kg CO2e from purchased goods and services alone. This highlights the company's commitment to reducing its carbon footprint across all scopes of emissions. Corbion's targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are classified as consistent with the goal of limiting global warming to 1.5°C. The company is headquartered in the Netherlands and is actively working towards a more sustainable future in the chemicals sector.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 113,925,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 59,061,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 977,290,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Corbion 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.
