Hempel
Hempel A/S, commonly known as Hempel, is a leading global supplier of coatings headquartered in Denmark (DK). Established in 1915, the company has grown to serve major operational regions across Europe, Asia, and the Americas, solidifying its presence in the coatings industry. Hempel specialises in protective, decorative, and marine coatings, offering innovative solutions that enhance durability and sustainability. With a commitment to quality and performance, Hempel's core products include advanced coatings for various sectors, such as shipping, infrastructure, and industrial applications. The company is recognised for its pioneering approach to environmentally friendly products, positioning itself as a market leader. Hempel's notable achievements include numerous awards for innovation and sustainability, reflecting its dedication to excellence in the coatings market.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Hempel's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Hempel's score of 35 is higher than 96% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Hempel's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Hempel A/S reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 2,561,928,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 13,614,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 30,968,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 2,561,928,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. This reflects a significant commitment to reducing their carbon footprint, particularly in light of their ambitious targets set in 2022. Hempel has committed to a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2026, using 2019 as the baseline year. Additionally, they aim to achieve a 50% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions by 2030 from the same base year. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to support global efforts to limit temperature rise to 1.5°C. The company's emissions data indicates a proactive approach to sustainability, with a clear focus on reducing their environmental impact in the chemicals sector. Hempel's initiatives reflect a growing trend among companies to adopt stringent climate commitments and contribute to a more sustainable future.
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Add to project| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 8,808,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 34,281,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,922,694,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Hempel is committed to some 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.
