Kraton
Kraton Corporation, a leading global producer of sustainable polymers, is headquartered in the United States, with significant operations across Europe and Asia. Founded in 2001, Kraton has established itself in the specialty chemicals industry, focusing on innovative solutions for various applications, including adhesives, coatings, and sealants. The company is renowned for its unique styrenic block copolymers, which offer exceptional performance characteristics and versatility. Kraton's commitment to sustainability and innovation has positioned it as a key player in the market, with notable achievements in developing bio-based products. With a strong emphasis on research and development, Kraton continues to drive advancements in polymer technology, catering to diverse industries while maintaining a focus on environmental responsibility.
DitchCarbon Score
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Kraton's score of 20 is higher than 86% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Kraton's reported carbon emissions
As of 2022, Kraton Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 615,466 tonnes CO2e, with 336,064 tonnes CO2e attributed to Scope 1 emissions and 279,402 tonnes CO2e to Scope 2 emissions. This represents a reduction from 2021, where emissions were about 664,706 tonnes CO2e. The company has shown a consistent decrease in emissions over recent years, with a notable drop from 683,281 tonnes CO2e in 2019. Kraton is committed to climate action and has joined the "Business Ambition for 1.5°C" initiative, aligning its goals with global climate targets. The company is actively participating in the Climate Ambition Accelerator, demonstrating its dedication to reducing its carbon footprint and enhancing sustainability practices within the chemicals sector. While specific reduction targets have not been detailed, Kraton's ongoing efforts to lower its greenhouse gas emissions intensity, which was reported at 520 tonnes CO2e per unit in 2023, indicate a proactive approach to climate commitments. The company continues to focus on improving energy efficiency and reducing emissions across its operations.
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Add to project| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 370,603,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 312,814,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - |
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Kraton 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.
