Koppers Inc., a leading global provider of treated wood products and carbon compounds, is 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 operates primarily within the chemical and materials industry, focusing on innovative solutions for utility, rail, and construction sectors. The company’s core offerings include wood preservation, carbon products, and specialty chemicals, distinguished by their commitment to sustainability and quality. Koppers has achieved notable market recognition, positioning itself as a trusted partner in infrastructure development. With a history of significant milestones, Koppers Inc. continues to drive advancements in its field, ensuring reliable and environmentally responsible products for its diverse clientele.
How does Koppers Inc.'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.
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Koppers Inc.'s score of 12 is lower than 79% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2024, Koppers Inc. reported significant carbon emissions totalling approximately 341,773,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 69,045,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. This data reflects the company's direct and indirect emissions from its operations, with no reported Scope 3 emissions. Koppers Inc. is currently a subsidiary of Koppers Holdings Inc., which may influence its emissions reporting and climate strategies. However, there are no specific reduction targets or climate pledges disclosed by Koppers Inc. at this time. The absence of documented reduction initiatives suggests that the company has yet to establish formal commitments to lower its carbon footprint. Overall, while Koppers Inc. has substantial emissions, the lack of defined climate commitments or reduction targets indicates an opportunity for the company to enhance its sustainability efforts in alignment with industry standards.
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Scope 1 | 341,773,000 |
Scope 2 | 69,045,000 |
Scope 3 | - |
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Koppers Inc. is not participating in any 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.