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OQ Chemicals GmbH

OQ Chemicals GmbH, a leading player in the chemical industry, is headquartered in Germany and operates extensively across Europe, the Americas, and Asia. Founded in 2000, the company has established itself as a key provider of high-quality chemical products, particularly in the fields of oxo alcohols and derivatives. OQ Chemicals is renowned for its innovative solutions that cater to various sectors, including coatings, plastics, and personal care. Their commitment to sustainability and efficiency sets them apart in a competitive market. With a strong focus on research and development, OQ Chemicals has achieved significant milestones, solidifying its position as a trusted partner for customers seeking reliable chemical solutions.

DitchCarbon Score

How does OQ Chemicals GmbH'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.

12

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.

29

Industry Benchmark

OQ Chemicals GmbH's score of 12 is lower than 91% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

9%

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OQ Chemicals GmbH's reported carbon emissions

In 2021, OQ Chemicals GmbH reported total carbon emissions of approximately 562,758,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 168,081,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. This marked a slight decrease from 2020, where emissions were approximately 570,239,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 158,342,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data. OQ Chemicals has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments, nor have they joined any formal climate pledges. However, they have reported product-specific emissions of about 750 kg CO2e per tonne of product produced in 2025, indicating a focus on sustainability in their operations. Overall, while OQ Chemicals has made strides in tracking and reporting their emissions, further commitments and reduction targets would enhance their climate strategy and align with industry standards for sustainability.

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Scope 1
548,480,000
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Scope 2
186,835,000
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Scope 3
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. OQ Chemicals GmbH'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. This request for OQ Chemicals GmbH is in DE, which has a medium grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

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.

OQ Chemicals GmbH is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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
Reduction Actions

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