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Ercros

Ercros S.A., a prominent player in the chemical industry, is headquartered in Spain (ES) and operates extensively across Europe. Founded in 1896, Ercros has established itself as a leader in the production of chemical products, particularly in the fields of chlor-alkali, plastics, and pharmaceuticals. The company is renowned for its innovative approach to manufacturing, offering a diverse range of core products, including sodium hydroxide and chlorine derivatives, which are essential for various industrial applications. Ercros's commitment to sustainability and efficiency sets it apart in a competitive market, enabling it to maintain a strong position within the industry. With a rich history marked by significant milestones, Ercros continues to evolve, focusing on quality and environmental responsibility, making it a trusted name in the chemical sector.

DitchCarbon Score

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25

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.

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Industry Benchmark

Ercros's score of 25 is higher than 94% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Ercros's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Ercros reported carbon emissions of approximately 950,815,000 kg CO2e, all of which fall under Scope 1 emissions. This represents a significant increase compared to previous years, with emissions recorded at 1,100,308,800 kg CO2e in 2022 and 530,425,000 kg CO2e in 2021. The company has not disclosed any Scope 2 or Scope 3 emissions for these years. Ercros has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been outlined in the available data. The company’s emissions have fluctuated over the years, with a notable decrease from 1,365,629,000 kg CO2e in 2021 to 366,316,000 kg CO2e in 2022, indicating a potential focus on improving operational efficiency and sustainability practices. Despite the lack of formal reduction targets or climate pledges, Ercros continues to monitor and report its emissions, reflecting an awareness of its environmental impact. The company’s emissions data highlights the importance of ongoing efforts to address climate change within the chemical industry, particularly in Spain (ES), where Ercros is headquartered.

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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Ercros's primary industry is Chemicals nec, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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. Ercros is headquartered in ES, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Ercros 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
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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