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.
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Industry Benchmark
Nova Chemicals's score of 22 is higher than 64% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Nova Chemicals's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Nova Chemicals reported total carbon emissions of approximately 13,200,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 3,729,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 852,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 13,200,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This marked a slight decrease in Scope 1 emissions compared to 2021, which recorded 3,820,000,000 kg CO2e. Over the years, Nova Chemicals has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint. In 2021, the company achieved a GHG emissions intensity of 650 kg CO2e per tonne of product, maintaining a similar intensity in 2022 at 690 kg CO2e per tonne. However, there are currently no specific reduction targets or initiatives disclosed by the company, such as those aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The company’s emissions data reflects its ongoing efforts to manage and report on its carbon emissions, although further details on specific reduction strategies or commitments are not available.
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Add to project| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 3,437,000,000 | 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 | 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 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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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.
