H.B. Fuller Company, commonly known as Hb Fuller, is a leading global adhesive manufacturer headquartered in the United States. Established in 1887, the company has evolved significantly, expanding its operations across North America, South America, Europe, and Asia. Specialising in adhesives, sealants, and coatings, Hb Fuller serves diverse industries, including packaging, construction, and automotive. The company is renowned for its innovative product offerings, such as hot melt adhesives and pressure-sensitive adhesives, which are designed to enhance performance and sustainability. With a strong market position, Hb Fuller has achieved notable milestones, including numerous awards for product excellence and sustainability initiatives. Their commitment to quality and innovation solidifies their reputation as a trusted partner in the adhesive industry.
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In 2023, H.B. Fuller reported total carbon emissions of approximately 145,880,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions accounting for about 55,412,000 kg CO2e. This marks a slight increase from 2022, when total emissions were approximately 142,238,000 kg CO2e, comprising 57,438,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 5,801,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. H.B. Fuller has set a significant long-term target to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 20% from 2014 levels by 2025. This commitment reflects the company's proactive approach to addressing climate change within the chemicals sector. As of now, H.B. Fuller has not committed to net-zero emissions but remains focused on reducing its carbon footprint through these outlined initiatives. The company continues to monitor and report its emissions, demonstrating transparency and accountability in its sustainability efforts.
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2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | - | 0,000,000 | - |
Scope 3 | 239,531,000 | - | - |
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Hb Fuller is participating in some 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.