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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Hb Fuller's score of 13 is lower than 80% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, H.B. Fuller Company reported a total greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions intensity of approximately 760 kg CO2e per unit of revenue. The company has set a significant commitment to reduce its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 20% from 2014 levels by 2025. This target reflects H.B. Fuller’s ongoing efforts to enhance sustainability within its operations, particularly in the chemicals sector. The company’s emissions data for 2022 indicates a total of 79,263,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2 emissions in North America. This figure highlights the scale of emissions that H.B. Fuller is addressing through its reduction initiatives. The company has consistently reported its energy intensity and waste intensity metrics, with values of 770 kg CO2e per unit of revenue and 40 tonnes of waste per unit of revenue in 2022. H.B. Fuller is committed to transparency in its climate actions, as evidenced by its participation in initiatives such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), where it has committed to near-term reduction targets. However, it has not yet committed to a net-zero target. The company’s climate strategy is focused on reducing its operational footprint while maintaining its position as a leader in the adhesives market. Overall, H.B. Fuller’s climate commitments and reduction targets demonstrate a proactive approach to managing its carbon emissions and contributing to global sustainability efforts.
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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.
