Oriental Carbon And Chemicals
Oriental Carbon and Chemicals Limited, commonly referred to as OCCL, is a prominent player in the carbon black industry, headquartered in India. Established in 1976, the company has carved a niche in the production of high-quality carbon black, primarily serving the tyre and rubber sectors. With operational facilities in key regions across India, OCCL has consistently focused on innovation and sustainability, achieving significant milestones in its journey. OCCL's core products include various grades of carbon black, which are distinguished by their superior performance and environmental compliance. The company’s commitment to quality and customer satisfaction has solidified its market position, making it a trusted supplier in both domestic and international markets. With a strong emphasis on research and development, Oriental Carbon and Chemicals continues to lead the way in the carbon black industry, contributing to advancements in material science and sustainable practices.
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Oriental Carbon And Chemicals's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Oriental Carbon and Chemicals reported total carbon emissions of approximately 97,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 24,282,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 20,561,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 50,875,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. This represents a slight decrease in Scope 1 emissions from 2022, where they were about 24,461,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions also decreased from approximately 22,087,000 kg CO2e. However, Scope 3 emissions saw a marginal increase from 51,175,000 kg CO2e in 2022. Oriental Carbon and Chemicals has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 42% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030, based on a 2021 baseline. Additionally, the company is committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, with a target to reduce total emissions (Scope 1, 2, and 3) by 90% by the same year. These targets have been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and align with the goal of limiting global warming to 1.5°C. The company is actively working to measure and reduce its Scope 3 emissions, which represent the largest portion of its carbon footprint. Through these initiatives, Oriental Carbon and Chemicals demonstrates a strong commitment to sustainability and climate action within the chemicals sector.
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| 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 24,461,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 22,087,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 51,175,000 | 00,000,000 |
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