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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.

DitchCarbon Score

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38

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.

14

Industry Benchmark

Ems Chemie's score of 38 is higher than 98% 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 carbon emissions totalling 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 the majority, about 13,295,000,000 kg CO2e, classified under Scope 3. This reflects a commitment to transparency in their emissions reporting. Over the years, EMS Chemie has demonstrated a proactive approach to climate commitments. They have set long-term net-zero targets, aiming for significant reductions across all scopes by 2050. The company is committed to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which underscores their dedication to aligning with global climate goals. In previous years, EMS Chemie reported emissions of approximately 13,600,000,000 kg CO2e in 2021 and about 13,900,000,000 kg CO2e in 2022, indicating a focus on reducing their carbon footprint. Their emissions for Scope 1 and 2 combined were approximately 107,735,000 kg CO2e in 2022 and 108,000,000 kg CO2e in 2021, showcasing their efforts to manage direct and indirect emissions effectively. Overall, EMS Chemie's commitment to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, alongside their substantial emissions data, positions them as a responsible player in the chemicals sector, actively working towards sustainability and climate resilience.

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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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00,000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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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. Ems Chemie is headquartered in CH, which has a rank of very low, indicating very low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Ems Chemie 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.

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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