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Imcd

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IMCD Group, a leading global distributor of specialty chemicals and food ingredients, is headquartered in the Netherlands (NL). Founded in 1995, the company has established a strong presence across Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Africa, serving diverse industries such as coatings, pharmaceuticals, and food and nutrition. IMCD is renowned for its technical expertise and innovative solutions, offering a wide range of products that include additives, emulsifiers, and performance chemicals. The company’s commitment to sustainability and customer-centric approach sets it apart in the competitive landscape. With a robust market position, IMCD has achieved significant milestones, including strategic acquisitions that enhance its product portfolio and geographical reach. This dedication to excellence has solidified IMCD's reputation as a trusted partner in the specialty chemicals sector.

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42

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

Imcd's score of 42 is higher than 68% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Imcd's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, IMCD, headquartered in the Netherlands (NL), reported total carbon emissions of approximately 5,105,275,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 6,268,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 5,840,000 kg CO2e, and a significant contribution from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled around 422,940,334,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce emissions by 45% by 2030 and achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. These targets encompass all scopes of emissions and reflect IMCD's commitment to sustainability and climate action. In 2023, IMCD's total emissions were reported at approximately 4,563,906,000 kg CO2e, indicating a substantial increase in emissions from the previous year. The company has consistently disclosed emissions data across all scopes since 2017, demonstrating transparency in its environmental impact. IMCD's emissions data is sourced directly from IMCD N.V., with no cascading from a parent organization. The company is committed to ongoing improvements in its sustainability practices, aligning with industry standards and climate terminology.

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20172018201920202021202220232024
Scope 1
6,190,000
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0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 2
6,381,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
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-
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000,000
000,000,000,000

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Imcd'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 Imcd is in NL, 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.

Imcd 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.

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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