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H.C. Starck GmbH

H.C. Starck GmbH, a leading global provider of advanced materials, is headquartered in Germany and operates extensively across Europe, Asia, and North America. Founded in 1920, the company has established itself in the high-performance materials industry, specialising in the production of refractory metals, ceramics, and advanced powders. H.C. Starck is renowned for its innovative solutions in sectors such as aerospace, automotive, and electronics, offering unique products that enhance performance and sustainability. With a strong commitment to quality and technological advancement, the company has achieved significant milestones, positioning itself as a trusted partner in the materials market. Its dedication to research and development ensures that H.C. Starck remains at the forefront of industry trends and customer needs.

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20

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Other Non-Ferrous Metal Products 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

H.C. Starck GmbH's score of 20 is higher than 91% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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H.C. Starck GmbH's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, H.C. Starck GmbH reported carbon emissions of approximately 6,002,000 kg CO2e, a notable reduction from about 7,147,000 kg CO2e in 2022 and approximately 9,154,000 kg CO2e in 2020. The company’s emissions are primarily from Scope 1, which accounted for all reported emissions, while Scope 2 and Scope 3 emissions were recorded as zero. H.C. Starck has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. The absence of documented reduction strategies suggests a need for further development in their sustainability practices. The company’s emissions per tonne of product sold were approximately 132,000 kg CO2e in 2023, indicating a focus on improving efficiency in their production processes. Overall, while H.C. Starck GmbH has made progress in reducing its carbon footprint over the past few years, the lack of formal reduction targets highlights an area for potential growth in their climate strategy.

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Scope 1
9,154,000
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Scope 2
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Scope 3
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. H.C. Starck GmbH's primary industry is Other non-ferrous metal products, 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 H.C. Starck GmbH is in DE, which has a medium grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

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.

H.C. Starck GmbH is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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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