Nouryon Sustainability Profile
Nouryon, formerly known as AkzoNobel Specialty Chemicals, is a leading global specialty chemicals company headquartered in the Netherlands. Founded in 2018, Nouryon has quickly established itself in key operational regions, including Europe, North America, and Asia. The company focuses on essential markets such as agriculture, automotive, and construction, providing innovative solutions that enhance performance and sustainability. Nouryon's core products include surfactants, polymers, and specialty chemicals, which are distinguished by their high quality and tailored applications. With a commitment to sustainability and innovation, Nouryon has achieved significant milestones, including advancements in eco-friendly production processes. As a prominent player in the specialty chemicals industry, Nouryon continues to drive growth and maintain a strong market position through its dedication to customer-centric solutions and operational excellence.
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Nouryon's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Nouryon reported total carbon emissions of approximately 6,297,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 598,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (market-based) at around 640,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching approximately 5,059,000,000 kg CO2e. This data reflects a comprehensive approach to emissions reporting, including all three scopes. Nouryon has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 40% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. This target is part of their broader aspiration to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. As of 2024, they have achieved a 19% reduction in total absolute Scopes 1 and 2 GHG emissions since 2019. The emissions data is cascaded from Nouryon Holding B.V., the parent company, ensuring alignment with corporate sustainability goals. Nouryon's commitment to sustainability is further underscored by their initiatives to decrease waste and freshwater consumption intensity by 10% by 2030. Overall, Nouryon's proactive stance on climate action positions them as a leader in the chemical industry, with clear targets and a commitment to transparency in emissions reporting.
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| 2009 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 526,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 668,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 |
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Nouryon's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Nouryon has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
