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Plastic production
US
updated 24 days ago

OMNOVA Solutions Inc. Sustainability Profile

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OMNOVA Solutions Inc., a leading provider of innovative specialty chemicals and engineered surfaces, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1948, the company has established a strong presence in various operational regions, including North America and Europe. OMNOVA operates primarily within the specialty chemicals industry, focusing on key business areas such as coatings, adhesives, and performance materials. The company is renowned for its unique product offerings, which include advanced polymer solutions and decorative surfaces that cater to diverse markets, from automotive to construction. OMNOVA's commitment to sustainability and innovation has positioned it as a notable player in the industry, with significant achievements in product development and customer satisfaction. With a rich history and a forward-thinking approach, OMNOVA Solutions continues to drive growth and excellence in the specialty chemicals sector.

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40

Industry Average

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.

11

Industry Benchmark

OMNOVA Solutions Inc.'s score of 40 is higher than 73% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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OMNOVA Solutions Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Synthomer plc

OMNOVA Solutions Inc., headquartered in the US, currently does not report specific carbon emissions data, as indicated by the absence of emissions figures. The company is a current subsidiary of Synthomer plc, which may influence its climate commitments and reporting practices. OMNOVA's climate initiatives and reduction targets are inherited from its parent company, Synthomer plc, at a cascade level of 2. However, there are no documented reduction targets or specific climate pledges available for OMNOVA Solutions Inc. at this time. As part of the broader industry context, OMNOVA Solutions Inc. is expected to align with the sustainability goals set by Synthomer plc, which may include participation in initiatives such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP). These frameworks typically encourage companies to establish science-based emissions reduction targets and enhance transparency regarding their carbon footprints. In summary, while OMNOVA Solutions Inc. does not currently provide specific emissions data or reduction targets, its climate commitments are likely influenced by its relationship with Synthomer plc, which is actively engaged in sustainability efforts.

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201920202021202220232024
Scope 1
309,645,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 2
259,040,000
000,000,000
00,000,000
000,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 3
3,204,702,000
-
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is OMNOVA Solutions Inc.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. OMNOVA Solutions Inc.'s primary industry is Plastic production, which is very high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is OMNOVA Solutions Inc.'s Location?

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Very high
The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for OMNOVA Solutions Inc. is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

OMNOVA Solutions Inc.'s Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

OMNOVA Solutions Inc.'s Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 2% last year and decreased by approximately 17% since 2019, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 88% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Purchased Goods and Services
88%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
5%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
3%
Downstream Leased Assets
2%
Business Travel
<1%
Investments
<1%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
<1%

OMNOVA Solutions Inc.'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.

OMNOVA Solutions 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.

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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