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Kraton

Kraton Corporation, a leading global producer of sustainable specialty polymers, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 2001, the company has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including Europe and Asia, focusing on innovative solutions within the chemical industry. Kraton is renowned for its advanced polymer products, particularly its styrenic block copolymers, which are utilised across various applications, from adhesives to coatings. The company’s commitment to sustainability and performance sets it apart in a competitive market. With a robust portfolio and a reputation for quality, Kraton has achieved significant milestones, including strategic acquisitions that enhance its market position. As a pioneer in sustainable materials, Kraton continues to lead the way in developing eco-friendly solutions that meet the evolving needs of its customers.

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23

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

Kraton's score of 23 is higher than 91% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Kraton's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Kraton reported total carbon emissions of approximately 527,257,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 350,599,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 176,658,000 kg CO2e. This marks a significant reduction from previous years, as emissions in 2022 were about 615,466,000 kg CO2e. Kraton has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed. The company has reported emissions across all three scopes, indicating a comprehensive approach to tracking its environmental impact. Overall, Kraton's emissions data reflects a trend towards lower carbon emissions, aligning with industry standards for climate accountability.

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Scope 1
548,443,000
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000,000,000
000,000,000
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000,000,000
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Scope 2
348,656,000
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000,000,000
000,000,000
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000,000,000
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Scope 3
900,695,000
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000,000,000
000,000,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Kraton'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. This request for Kraton is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Kraton 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
Reduction Actions

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