Dow
Dow Inc., commonly referred to as Dow, is a leading global materials science company headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1897, Dow has established itself as a key player in the chemical industry, with significant operations across North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. The company focuses on innovative solutions in sectors such as packaging, infrastructure, and consumer care. Dow's core products include advanced materials, specialty chemicals, and agricultural sciences, all designed to enhance performance and sustainability. Notable achievements include its commitment to reducing carbon emissions and advancing circular economy initiatives. With a strong market position, Dow continues to drive innovation and deliver unique value to its customers, solidifying its reputation as a trusted partner in the materials science landscape.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Dow's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Dow's score of 48 is higher than 87% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Dow's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Dow reported total carbon emissions of approximately 112,028,000,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across Scope 1 (about 27,290,000,000 kg CO2e), Scope 2 (approximately 4,190,000,000 kg CO2e), and Scope 3 (around 82,670,000,000 kg CO2e). The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 net emissions by 5 million metric tons (15%) by 2030, compared to a 2020 baseline. This target reflects a broader goal of achieving carbon neutrality across all scopes by 2050. Dow's previous emissions data indicates a significant reliance on Scope 3 emissions, which accounted for the majority of their carbon footprint. The company has also committed to reducing its carbon emissions by 2 million metric tons by 2025, focusing on both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. These initiatives are part of Dow's strategy to enhance sustainability and address climate change effectively.
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| 2013 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 27,700 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 7,600 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 100,600 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Dow is participating in some of the initiatives that 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.
