NOVA Chemicals Inc., a leading player in the petrochemical industry, is headquartered in the United States, with significant operations across North America. Founded in 1984, the company has established itself as a key manufacturer of polyethylene and styrenics, catering to diverse markets such as packaging, automotive, and construction. NOVA Chemicals is renowned for its commitment to sustainability and innovation, offering unique products that enhance performance while minimising environmental impact. The company’s advanced technologies and processes have positioned it as a market leader, recognised for its contributions to the circular economy and responsible resource management. With a strong focus on customer collaboration, NOVA Chemicals continues to drive growth and deliver value in the ever-evolving chemical landscape.
How does NOVA Chemicals Inc.'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.
Mean score of companies in the Plastic production 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.
NOVA Chemicals Inc.'s score of 9 is lower than 60% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
NOVA Chemicals Inc., headquartered in the US, currently does not report specific carbon emissions data, as indicated by the absence of emissions figures in kg CO2e. The company is a current subsidiary of NOVA Chemicals Corporation, which may influence its climate commitments and reporting practices. Despite the lack of specific emissions data, NOVA Chemicals Inc. is part of a broader industry context that increasingly prioritises sustainability and carbon reduction. The company has not publicly outlined any specific reduction targets or initiatives, nor does it appear to have committed to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or similar frameworks. As a subsidiary, NOVA Chemicals Inc. may align its climate strategies with those of its parent company, but specific details on such alignment or any cascading targets from the parent organisation are not available. The absence of detailed emissions reporting and reduction commitments highlights a potential area for improvement in transparency and accountability regarding climate impact.
Access structured emissions data, company-specific emission factors, and source documents
| 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 |
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.
NOVA Chemicals Inc. 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.