Koppers Holdings Inc., commonly referred to as Koppers, is a leading player in the chemicals nec industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1988, the company has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including North America, South America, and Europe. Koppers specialises in the production of treated wood products, carbon compounds, and performance chemicals, offering unique solutions that cater to various industrial applications.
With a commitment to innovation and sustainability, Koppers has achieved significant milestones, including advancements in environmentally friendly processes. The company is recognised for its robust market position, driven by a diverse portfolio that meets the evolving needs of its customers. Koppers continues to set industry standards, making it a trusted name in the chemicals sector.
-6 vs industry average
Koppers’s score of 24 is lower than 42% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Chemicals is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Chemicals industry has reduced its overall emissions by 19% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Koppers's reported carbon emissions
Koppers Climate Commitments and Emissions Data
Koppers, a US-based chemicals company, is committed to reducing its environmental impact. The company has set a significant climate target: to reduce Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 50% by 2030, using its 2007 performance as a baseline. This target spans near-term reduction efforts.
Emissions Overview:
Koppers has reported its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions globally from 2007 to 2025. Notably, Scope 3 emissions data is not yet available, with "purchased goods and services" being a missing data point in their disclosures.
- 2025: Scope 1 emissions were approximately 270.7 million kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were about 52.5 million kg CO2e.
- 2024: Scope 1 emissions totalled approximately 302.3 million kg CO2e, with Scope 2 emissions at about 75.7 million kg CO2e.
- 2023: The company reported Scope 1 emissions of roughly 311.9 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of about 70.8 million kg CO2e.
- 2022: Scope 1 emissions were approximately 334.5 million kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were about 82.8 million kg CO2e.
- 2021: Scope 1 emissions were approximately 331.9 million kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were about 82.6 million kg CO2e.
Historical data indicates a trend of decreasing Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions from 2011 (when Scope 1 was approximately 616.4 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 was about 251 million kg CO2e) to 2025. For example, in 2011, total reported emissions (Scope 1 + Scope 2) were approximately 867.4 million kg CO2e, whereas in 2025, they were approximately 323.2 million kg CO2e.
Koppers's reporting indicates that its climate data is not cascaded from a parent organisation, and its performance and SBTi targets are sourced directly from Koppers Holdings Inc.
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Koppers’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2 goals2030
50% reduction in Scope 2
Reduce Scope 1 and Scope 2 Emissions by 50% by 2030 (CY 2007 Baseline)
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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