Dexco Sustainability Profile
Dexco, officially known as Dexco S.A., is a leading player in the Brazilian construction and building materials industry, headquartered in Brazil (BR). Founded in 1944, the company has established itself as a key provider of innovative solutions across various sectors, including wood-based products, flooring, and furniture components. With a strong presence in South America, Dexco operates in major regions such as São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro, offering a diverse range of core products that stand out for their quality and sustainability. The company is renowned for its commitment to eco-friendly practices, making it a preferred choice among environmentally conscious consumers. Dexco's market position is bolstered by its continuous investment in technology and design, earning accolades for its contributions to the industry. As a pioneer in the sector, Dexco remains dedicated to delivering exceptional value and innovation to its clients.
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Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Wood Products Other Than Furniture 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.
Industry Benchmark
Dexco's score of 32 is higher than 58% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Dexco's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Dexco reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 303,445,140 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 42,977,340 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions, including 220,073,000 kg CO2e from the processing of sold products and 14,750,03 kg CO2e from employee commuting. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its absolute Scope 1 emissions by 25% by 2025, a goal that has already been exceeded. Additionally, Dexco aims to achieve a 50% reduction in relative Scope 1 emissions specifically within its Panel divisions during the same timeframe. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, and all figures are reported directly by Dexco S.A. The company is committed to transparency in its climate strategy, as evidenced by its detailed disclosures and ongoing initiatives to mitigate its carbon footprint.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 167,193,500 | - | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 58,526,400 | - | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 87,973,100 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Dexco's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Dexco's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 288% last year and increased by approximately 265% since 2019, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. A significant portion of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 48% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Processing of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 69% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Dexco's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Dexco has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
