Element Solutions Inc., headquartered in the United States, is a prominent player in the chemicals nec industry, specialising in innovative solutions for various sectors. Founded in 2019, the company has rapidly established itself through strategic acquisitions and a commitment to sustainability, enhancing its market position across North America, Europe, and Asia.
Element Solutions offers a diverse range of products, including specialty chemicals and advanced materials, tailored for electronics, industrial, and consumer applications. Their unique formulations and cutting-edge technologies set them apart, driving efficiency and performance in their clients' operations. With a focus on quality and innovation, Element Solutions continues to achieve notable milestones, reinforcing its reputation as a leader in the chemical sector.
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Industry Intensity
Chemicals is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Chemicals industry has reduced its overall emissions by 6% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
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Element Solutions's reported carbon emissions
Element Solutions, a chemicals nec company headquartered in the US, has disclosed its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions for several years, focusing on Scope 1 and Scope 2. For 2024, Element Solutions reported Scope 1 emissions of approximately 11.1 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 market-based emissions of about 15.6 million kg CO2e. The combined Scope 1 and 2 market-based emissions for 2024 were approximately 26.8 million kg CO2e. Location-based Scope 2 emissions were around 24.7 million kg CO2e, with combined Scope 1 and 2 location-based emissions totalling approximately 35.8 million kg CO2e. In 2023, the company's Scope 1 emissions were approximately 12.1 million kg CO2e, and Scope 2 market-based emissions were around 22.2 million kg CO2e. The total Scope 1 and 2 market-based emissions for 2023 were approximately 34.3 million kg CO2e. Location-based Scope 2 emissions were approximately 24.5 million kg CO2e, leading to combined Scope 1 and 2 location-based emissions of about 36.6 million kg CO2e. Looking back, in 2022, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 12.5 million kg CO2e, and Scope 2 market-based emissions were around 23.7 million kg CO2e. The total Scope 1 and 2 market-based emissions were approximately 36.2 million kg CO2e. Location-based Scope 2 emissions stood at about 25.9 million kg CO2e, with combined Scope 1 and 2 location-based emissions reaching approximately 38.5 million kg CO2e. In 2021, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 12.6 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 market-based emissions were around 24.8 million kg CO2e, making the total Scope 1 and 2 emissions approximately 37.3 million kg CO2e. For 2020, Scope 1 emissions were about 12.6 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 market-based emissions were approximately 23.8 million kg CO2e, for a total of about 36.4 million kg CO2e. In 2019, Scope 1 emissions were roughly 13.2 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 market-based emissions were around 31.4 million kg CO2e, summing to approximately 44.6 million kg CO2e. In 2018, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 13.6 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 market-based emissions were about 32.0 million kg CO2e, for a total of approximately 45.6 million kg CO2e. Element Solutions has set ambitious climate commitments. The company has committed to reduce its Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions by 46% by 2030, using 2019 as the base year. This target, classified as absolute and aligned with a 1.5°C warming scenario, has been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). They also aim to measure and reduce their Scope 3 emissions. Furthermore, Element Solutions has a target to reduce its combined Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions intensity by 25% per metric ton of production by 2030, based on a 2020 baseline intensity of 0.162 MT CO2e/MT of production.
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Element Solutions’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
1 goal2030
25% reduction in Scope 1
Reduce ESI’s combined Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions intensity by 25% per metric ton of production by 2030 from a 2020 base of 0.162 MT C…
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Climate initiatives
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Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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