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updated 5 months ago

Hexion

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Hexion Inc., a leading global provider of specialty chemicals, is headquartered in the United States, with significant operations across North America, Europe, and Asia. Founded in 1899, Hexion has established itself as a key player in the resin and adhesive industry, focusing on innovative solutions for construction, automotive, and energy sectors. The company offers a diverse range of products, including epoxy resins, phenolic resins, and formaldehyde-based resins, known for their superior performance and sustainability. Hexion's commitment to research and development has led to numerous advancements, positioning it as a trusted partner for customers seeking high-quality, tailored solutions. With a strong market presence and a reputation for excellence, Hexion continues to achieve notable milestones, reinforcing its status as a leader in the specialty chemicals industry.

DitchCarbon Score

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18

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Chemicals 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.

20

Industry Benchmark

Hexion's score of 18 is lower than 78% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Hexion's reported carbon emissions

Hexion, headquartered in the US, has made significant strides in reducing its carbon emissions, particularly in Scope 1 and 2 categories. In 2022, the company achieved a 15 per cent absolute reduction in greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions compared to its 2017 baseline. This reduction encompasses both direct emissions from operations and indirect emissions from energy consumption. While specific emissions data for the most recent year is not available, Hexion's commitment to sustainability is evident through its ongoing initiatives and targets. The company operates as a current subsidiary of Hexion Inc., which influences its climate strategies and reporting. Hexion's focus on reducing its carbon footprint aligns with industry standards and reflects a proactive approach to climate change. The company continues to work towards further reductions in its emissions, demonstrating a commitment to environmental responsibility.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Hexion's primary industry is Chemicals nec, which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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 Hexion is in US, which has a low 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.

Hexion 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
Reduction Actions

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