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Johnson Matthey

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Johnson Matthey, a global leader in sustainable technologies, is headquartered in Great Britain and operates extensively across Europe, North America, and Asia. Founded in 1817, the company has evolved significantly, marking key milestones in the fields of precious metals, catalysts, and sustainable solutions. Specialising in clean air, clean energy, and sustainable technologies, Johnson Matthey offers innovative products and services that enhance environmental performance. Their unique approach to catalysis and materials science positions them at the forefront of the industry, driving advancements in emissions control and battery technologies. With a strong market presence, Johnson Matthey is recognised for its commitment to sustainability and innovation, making significant contributions to the transition towards a low-carbon economy. Their dedication to research and development has solidified their reputation as a trusted partner in various sectors, including automotive, pharmaceuticals, and energy.

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65

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

Johnson Matthey's score of 65 is higher than 81% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Johnson Matthey's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Johnson Matthey reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,824,030 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 2, with Scope 1 emissions at about 215,429,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 66,974,000 kg CO2e (market-based). The company also disclosed significant Scope 3 emissions, totalling around 3,026,404,000 kg CO2e, primarily from purchased goods and services. Johnson Matthey has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions by 2040 across all scopes. The company has established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 44% by FY2030 from a FY2020 baseline, and to cut Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services by 42% within the same timeframe. Additionally, they aim to reduce GHG emissions per unit of production output by 25% by 2025 for both Scope 1 and 2. The company’s long-term strategy includes a commitment to reduce absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 GHG emissions by 90% by 2040 from the FY2020 baseline. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Johnson Matthey's dedication to sustainable practices in the chemicals sector.

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Scope 1
204,000,000
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Scope 2
252,000,000
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00,000,000
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Scope 3
20,000,000
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0,000,000,000
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0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Johnson Matthey's primary industry is Chemicals nec, which is high 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 Johnson Matthey is in GB, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Johnson Matthey 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
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