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Imcd

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.

26

Industry Benchmark

Imcd's score of 42 is higher than 82% 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 reported total carbon emissions of approximately 5,105,275,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions, which accounted for about 5,093,167,000 kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were approximately 6,268,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled about 5,840,000 kg CO2e. In 2023, the company’s total emissions were about 4,563,906,000 kg CO2e, indicating a rise in emissions year-on-year. IMCD 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, reflecting a comprehensive approach to sustainability. The company is committed to enhancing its operational efficiency and reducing its carbon footprint across its global operations, headquartered in the Netherlands. The emissions intensity for Scope 1 and 2 was reported at approximately 21,000 kg CO2e per million euros of operating EBITDA in 2023, while Scope 3 emissions intensity was about 0.798 kg CO2e per million euros of operating EBITDA. These metrics highlight IMCD's ongoing efforts to monitor and manage its environmental impact effectively.

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6,190,000
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Scope 2
6,381,000
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Scope 3
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Industry emissions intensity

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

Location emissions intensity

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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

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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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