Huntsman
Huntsman Corporation, a leading global manufacturer and marketer of differentiated chemicals, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1970, the company has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. Huntsman operates primarily within the chemical industry, focusing on diverse business areas such as polyurethanes, performance products, and advanced materials. Renowned for its innovative core products, Huntsman offers unique solutions that cater to various sectors, including automotive, construction, and textiles. The company has achieved notable milestones, including significant advancements in sustainable practices and product development. With a robust market position, Huntsman continues to be recognised for its commitment to quality and innovation, solidifying its reputation as a trusted partner in the chemical industry.
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Huntsman's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Huntsman Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 7,000,000,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 233,396,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 697,573,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and a significant 6,000,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. This indicates a substantial reliance on upstream activities, particularly in purchased goods and services, which accounted for about 4,916,571,000 kg CO2e. Over the years, Huntsman has shown a gradual decrease in total emissions, from approximately 3,570,000,000 kg CO2e in 2014 to the latest figure in 2022. However, specific reduction targets or commitments have not been disclosed, and there are no documented initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other formal climate pledges. Huntsman's emissions intensity has varied, with the most recent reported intensity for Scope 1 and 2 emissions being approximately 393 kg CO2e per tonne of product in 2021. The company continues to navigate its climate impact within the chemical industry, focusing on improving operational efficiencies and reducing its carbon footprint, although detailed strategies or targets remain unspecified.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 269,653,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 61,890 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 200 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 00,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 |
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Huntsman 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.
