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Dow Silicones Corporation Sustainability Profile

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Dow Silicones Corporation, a subsidiary of Dow Inc., is a leading player in the silicone industry, headquartered in the United States. Established in 1943, the company has consistently innovated in the fields of silicone materials and technologies, serving diverse sectors such as automotive, construction, electronics, and healthcare. With a robust portfolio of core products, including silicone elastomers, fluids, and resins, Dow Silicones stands out for its commitment to sustainability and performance. The company’s advanced solutions are designed to enhance product durability and efficiency, making them indispensable in various applications. Recognised for its market leadership, Dow Silicones Corporation continues to achieve significant milestones, reinforcing its position as a trusted partner in delivering high-quality silicone solutions globally.

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How does Dow Silicones Corporation'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.

20

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Plastic production 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.

10

Industry Benchmark

Dow Silicones Corporation's score of 20 is higher than 55% 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 Silicones Corporation's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from The Dow Chemical Company

Dow Silicones Corporation, headquartered in the US, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year. The company is a current subsidiary of Dow Inc., and its climate commitments and emissions data are inherited from its parent organisation, The Dow Chemical Company. As of now, there are no documented reduction targets or climate pledges specific to Dow Silicones Corporation. However, emissions data and performance metrics are cascaded from The Dow Chemical Company, which is committed to sustainability and reducing its carbon footprint. Dow Silicones Corporation's climate initiatives may align with broader corporate strategies from its parent company, but specific details regarding reduction targets or achievements are not provided. The company is expected to adhere to industry standards and practices in addressing climate change, although specific commitments or targets have not been disclosed.

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How Carbon Intensive is Dow Silicones Corporation's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Dow Silicones Corporation's primary industry is Plastics, basic, which is very high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Dow Silicones Corporation's Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Dow Silicones Corporation is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Dow Silicones Corporation's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Dow Silicones Corporation's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 5% last year and decreased by approximately 23% since 2013, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 72% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 52% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Purchased Goods and Services
52%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
27%
Use of Sold Products
6%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
5%
Investments
5%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
3%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%
Capital Goods
<1%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Business Travel
<1%

Dow Silicones Corporation'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.

Dow Silicones Corporation 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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