FMC Corporation, commonly referred to as FMC, is a leading player in the chemical and fertiliser minerals industry, with its headquarters located in the United States. Founded in 1883, FMC has established a strong presence in various operational regions, focusing on mining and quarrying products, including salt and other mineral resources.
The company is renowned for its innovative solutions in agricultural and industrial markets, offering a diverse range of core products such as crop protection chemicals and specialty fertilisers. FMC's commitment to sustainability and advanced technology sets it apart in a competitive landscape, enabling it to meet the evolving needs of its customers.
With a robust market position, FMC has achieved significant milestones, including advancements in sustainable practices and product development, solidifying its reputation as a trusted partner in the chemical sector.
+58 vs industry average
Fmc’s score of 76 is higher than 95% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Salt and Mineral Mining has above-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Salt and Mineral Mining industry has reduced its overall emissions by 42% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Fmc's reported carbon emissions
FMC Corporation, a US-based company in the chemical and fertilizer minerals industry, reported a total of approximately 1.48 billion kg CO2e for the year 2025. This figure encompasses Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions.
Specifically, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 75 million kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions were approximately 51 million kg CO2e. The majority of the reported emissions, approximately 2.56 billion kg CO2e, fall under Scope 3, with purchased goods and services accounting for the largest portion of this scope.
FMC has established a commitment to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions across its value chain by 2035. This overarching goal is supported by interim targets, including a 42% absolute reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions and a 25% absolute reduction in Scope 3 emissions by 2030, all from a 2021 baseline year. These targets have been approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Furthermore, FMC has a long-term goal to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 90% by 2035, along with a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe.
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Fmc’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
3 goals2030
90% reduction in Scope 2
FMC requires 90% absolute reduction in GHG emissions from a 2021 base year with the remaining 10% of GHG emissions to be eliminated by offse…
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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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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Data year: 2025
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