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Nova Chemicals

Nova Chemicals Corporation, commonly referred to as Nova Chemicals, is a leading player in the petrochemical industry, headquartered in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Founded in 1984, the company has established itself as a key manufacturer of polyethylene and styrenic products, serving diverse markets across North America and beyond. With a strong focus on sustainability, Nova Chemicals is committed to producing innovative materials that enhance everyday life while minimising environmental impact. Their core offerings include advanced polyethylene resins, which are renowned for their versatility and performance in packaging, automotive, and consumer goods applications. Recognised for its commitment to safety and operational excellence, Nova Chemicals has achieved significant milestones, including advancements in circular economy initiatives. As a prominent entity in the chemical sector, the company continues to drive growth and innovation, solidifying its market position as a trusted supplier of high-quality materials.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Nova Chemicals'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.

22

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

Nova Chemicals's score of 22 is higher than 92% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Nova Chemicals's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, Nova Chemicals reported total carbon emissions of approximately 4,200,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 3,729,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 852,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company also disclosed significant Scope 3 emissions, amounting to approximately 13,200,000,000 kg CO2e. Over the years, Nova Chemicals has shown a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, with emissions from Scope 1 and 2 decreasing from about 4,292,000,000 kg CO2e in 2014 to approximately 4,200,000,000 kg CO2e in 2022. However, there are currently no specific reduction targets or initiatives documented in their climate commitments. The company has consistently reported its emissions data, reflecting its transparency and accountability in addressing climate change. Nova Chemicals continues to focus on improving its emissions intensity, which was reported at 690.0 kg CO2e per tonne of product in 2022. As the industry evolves, Nova Chemicals remains poised to adapt its strategies to meet future climate challenges.

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Scope 1
3,437,000,000
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0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
Scope 2
760,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
0,000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 3
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-
-
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Nova Chemicals'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. Nova Chemicals is headquartered in CA, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Nova Chemicals is not committed to any 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero

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