Eastman
Eastman Chemical Company, commonly referred to as Eastman, is a leading global specialty materials company headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1920, Eastman has established a strong presence in various operational regions, including North America, Europe, and Asia. The company operates primarily within the chemical industry, focusing on innovative solutions in advanced materials, chemicals, and fibres. Eastman’s core products include specialty plastics, coatings, and additives, which are distinguished by their high performance and sustainability features. With a commitment to innovation, Eastman has achieved notable milestones, such as the development of sustainable alternatives to traditional materials. Recognised for its market leadership, Eastman continues to drive advancements in the industry, positioning itself as a trusted partner for customers seeking quality and innovation.
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Industry Benchmark
Eastman's score of 36 is higher than 97% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Eastman's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Eastman reported total carbon emissions of approximately 6,537,605,000 kg CO2e, comprising 5,526,585,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 1,011,020,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company also disclosed Scope 3 emissions, which included 7,330,000 kg CO2e from business travel. Over the years, Eastman has shown fluctuations in its emissions, with a notable reduction in greenhouse gas intensity from 2.1825738 lb per unit of revenue in 2014 to 1.8298346 lb in 2017. However, specific reduction targets or commitments have not been detailed in their reports, indicating a lack of formalised climate pledges or science-based targets. Eastman's emissions data reflects its ongoing efforts to manage and report on its carbon footprint, although the absence of defined reduction initiatives suggests potential areas for improvement in its climate strategy. The company continues to operate within the global context of increasing scrutiny on corporate sustainability practices, particularly in the chemical industry.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 5,130,068,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,636,228,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Eastman is not committed to any 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.
