Croda
Croda International Plc, commonly known as Croda, is a leading global supplier of specialty chemicals headquartered in the United Kingdom. Founded in 1925, the company has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including Europe, North America, and Asia. Croda operates primarily within the personal care, health care, and industrial sectors, offering innovative products that enhance performance and sustainability. Renowned for its high-quality ingredients, Croda's core offerings include emulsifiers, surfactants, and active ingredients, which are distinguished by their natural sourcing and eco-friendly formulations. The company has achieved notable milestones, such as its commitment to sustainability and a strong market position, making it a trusted partner for brands seeking to improve their product efficacy and environmental impact. With a focus on innovation and customer collaboration, Croda continues to lead the way in the specialty chemicals industry.
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Croda's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Croda International Plc reported total carbon emissions of approximately 95,931,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 15,900,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, resulting in combined emissions of about 111,831,000 kg CO2e. This marks a significant increase from 2023, where emissions were approximately 87,367,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 17,096,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, totalling around 104,463,000 kg CO2e. Croda has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 46.2% from a 2018 baseline by the end of 2029. This target is aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and includes a commitment to reduce upstream Scope 3 emissions by 13.5% within the same timeframe. Additionally, Croda has declared its ambition to achieve net zero emissions across all scopes by 2050. In the near term, Croda aims for a 25% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by the end of 2024. As of 2021, the company reported a 12.7% decrease in these emissions since the 2018 baseline, despite business expansion. Overall, Croda's climate strategy reflects a strong commitment to sustainability and aligns with global efforts to limit warming to 1.5°C.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 130,492,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 71,727,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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