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Johnson Matthey

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.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Johnson Matthey's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

66

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.

14

Industry Benchmark

Johnson Matthey's score of 66 is higher than 99% 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 2023, Johnson Matthey reported carbon emissions of approximately 215,368,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 130,386,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 2,955,579,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3, totalling about 3,301,333,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by FY2040. For the near term, Johnson Matthey has committed to reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 44% by FY2030 from a FY2020 baseline, alongside a 42% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services within the same timeframe. Long-term, the company targets a 90% reduction in absolute emissions across all scopes by FY2040, also based on the FY2020 levels. These targets align with industry standards and reflect Johnson Matthey's commitment to sustainability and climate action, positioning the company as a leader in the chemicals sector in the UK and globally.

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Scope 1
182,000,000
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Scope 2
155,000,000
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Scope 3
26,000,000
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0,000,000,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Johnson Matthey'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. Johnson Matthey is headquartered in GB, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Johnson Matthey is committed to some reduction initiatives 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
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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