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 score of 41 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Oriental Carbon and Chemicals Limited (OCCL) reported significant carbon emissions, totalling approximately 24,461,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 22,087,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, alongside 51,175,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a commitment to transparency in their carbon footprint across all scopes of emissions. OCCL has set ambitious climate targets, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 42% by 2030, using 2021 as the base year. Furthermore, 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% from the same base year. These targets have been validated through the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), aligning with the global goal to limit temperature rise to 1.5°C. The company's proactive approach to measuring and reducing its carbon emissions demonstrates its dedication to sustainability and environmental responsibility within the chemicals sector in India.
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Add to project2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 25,727,600 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 22,328,400 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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