Ingevity Sustainability Profile
Ingevity Corporation, headquartered in the United States, is a leading player in the specialty chemicals and materials industry. Founded in 2016, the company has quickly established itself as a key innovator in sustainable solutions, focusing on areas such as performance chemicals, asphalt additives, and engineered polymers. With major operational regions across North America, Europe, and Asia, Ingevity is committed to delivering high-quality products that enhance performance and reduce environmental impact. The company’s core offerings, including activated carbon and bio-based products, are distinguished by their unique formulations and applications, catering to diverse markets such as automotive, construction, and consumer goods. Ingevity's dedication to sustainability and innovation has positioned it as a market leader, earning recognition for its commitment to responsible manufacturing and environmental stewardship.
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Ingevity's reported carbon emissions
Ingevity, headquartered in the US, reported a total of approximately 426.1 million kg CO2e in 2022, comprising 257,539,700 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 168,562,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net zero emissions by 2050 for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Additionally, Ingevity has established a near-term goal to reduce its GHG emissions intensity by 5% from 2020 levels by the end of 2025. Ingevity's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, and the company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data. The focus on reducing emissions intensity reflects a strategic approach to sustainability, aligning with industry standards for climate action. The company’s commitment to achieving carbon neutrality by 2050 underscores its dedication to addressing climate change and reducing its environmental impact.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 242,027,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 117,327,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Ingevity's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Ingevity has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
