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Milliken & Company, commonly referred to as Milliken, is a prominent player in the chemicals nec industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1865, the company has established itself as a leader in innovative chemical solutions, with a strong presence in North America and beyond.
Milliken's core business areas include specialty chemicals, performance materials, and textiles, with a focus on sustainability and advanced technology. Their unique offerings, such as colourants and additives, are designed to enhance product performance while minimising environmental impact.
With a commitment to research and development, Milliken has achieved numerous milestones, positioning itself as a trusted partner in various sectors. The company is recognised for its dedication to quality and innovation, making it a key player in the global chemicals market.
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Milliken And’s score of 47 is higher than 61% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Chemicals is among the most carbon-intensive industries
The Chemicals industry has reduced its overall emissions by 19% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Milliken & Company, a US-based company in the Chemicals nec industry, reported total Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions of approximately 2.77 billion kg CO2e in 2023. This includes Scope 1 emissions of around 233.59 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 market-based emissions of about 140.15 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalling approximately 2.40 billion kg CO2e. Key contributors to Scope 3 emissions in 2023 were purchased goods and services (about 1.85 billion kg CO2e) and upstream transportation and distribution (approximately 149.48 million kg CO2e).
Looking back, in 2022, Milliken & Company reported total emissions of approximately 3.44 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at roughly 279.85 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 market-based emissions at about 173.58 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching approximately 3.16 billion kg CO2e. In 2018, the company disclosed Scope 1 emissions of 2,400 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions of approximately 1.76 billion kg CO2e.
Milliken & Company has set ambitious climate commitments. The company has near-term Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) validated targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions by 50.4% by 2030, using a 2018 base year. Additionally, they aim to reduce absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 30% within the same timeframe. Milliken & Company also has long-term SBTi targets, committing to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across the value chain by 2050 from a 2018 base year. This includes reducing absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions by 90% by 2050, and absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 90% by 2050.
2050
90% reduction in scope 3 total
Milliken & Company commits to reduce absolute scope 3 GHG emissions 90% within the same timeframe.
2030
30% reduction in scope 3 total
Milliken & Company also commits to reduce absolute scope 3 GHG emissions 30% within the same timeframe.
2050
Milliken & Company commits to reach net-zero greenhouse gas…
Milliken & Company commits to reach net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across the value chain by 2050 from a 2018 base year.
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