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Ems Chemie

Ems Chemie, officially known as EMS-Chemie Holding AG, is a leading Swiss company headquartered in Domat/Ems, CH. Founded in 1936, it has established a strong presence in the global specialty chemicals and high-performance plastics industry, with significant operations across Europe, Asia, and the Americas. The company is renowned for its innovative products, including engineering thermoplastics and specialty chemicals, which are integral to various sectors such as automotive, electronics, and medical technology. Ems Chemie's commitment to quality and sustainability sets it apart in a competitive market, contributing to its reputation as a trusted supplier. With a focus on research and development, Ems Chemie has achieved notable milestones, solidifying its position as a market leader in high-performance materials. Its dedication to excellence continues to drive growth and innovation within the industry.

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42

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Chemicals 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.

26

Industry Benchmark

Ems Chemie's score of 42 is higher than 82% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Ems Chemie's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Ems Chemie reported total carbon emissions of approximately 13,400,000,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 20,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 85,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 13,400,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. This represents a slight decrease in Scope 1 emissions from 22,000,000 kg CO2e in 2021 and a reduction in Scope 2 emissions from 87,000,000 kg CO2e in the same year. Ems Chemie has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 3 emissions by 25% by 2030, compared to 2021 levels. Additionally, the company is committed to achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, aligning with industry standards for climate action. The company’s emissions data reflects a proactive approach to sustainability, with a focus on reducing its carbon footprint while maintaining operational efficiency. Ems Chemie's ongoing efforts demonstrate its commitment to addressing climate change and contributing to a more sustainable future.

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Scope 1
27,000,000
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Scope 2
94,000,000
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Scope 3
2,400,000,000
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Ems Chemie's primary industry is Chemicals nec, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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 Ems Chemie is in CH, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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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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