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Metal Fabrication
IT
updated 2 months ago

Polynt Sustainability Profile

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Polynt, officially known as Polynt Group, is a leading global player in the chemical industry, headquartered in Italy. Founded in 1955, the company has established a strong presence across Europe, North America, and Asia, specialising in the production of resins, additives, and composite materials. With a commitment to innovation, Polynt offers a diverse range of products, including unsaturated polyesters, gelcoats, and thermosetting resins, which are renowned for their quality and performance. The company has achieved significant milestones, including strategic acquisitions that have enhanced its market position and expanded its product portfolio. Polynt is recognised for its sustainable practices and dedication to customer satisfaction, making it a trusted partner in various sectors, including automotive, construction, and marine industries.

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52

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Metal Fabrication 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.

22

Industry Benchmark

Polynt's score of 52 is higher than 74% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Polynt's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Polynt reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,609,359,280 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 412,225,100 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of around 62,719,700 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling approximately 2,134,414,490 kg CO2e. The previous year, 2023, saw total emissions of about 2,712,788,830 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 403,666,870 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at around 72,335,140 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at about 2,236,786,820 kg CO2e. Polynt's emissions data is cascaded from its parent company, Polynt S.p.A., reflecting a corporate family relationship. The company has not set specific reduction targets or climate pledges, indicating a potential area for future commitment. The absence of documented reduction initiatives suggests that Polynt may be in the early stages of developing a comprehensive climate strategy. Overall, Polynt's emissions profile highlights the significant impact of Scope 3 emissions, which account for the majority of their carbon footprint. As the company continues to assess its climate commitments, there is an opportunity to align with industry standards and set ambitious reduction targets to mitigate its environmental impact.

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202220232024
Scope 1
425,318,690
000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 2
80,468,250
00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 3
2,128,514,340
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Polynt's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Polynt's primary industry is Metal Fabrication, which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Polynt'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 Polynt is in IT, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Polynt's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Polynt's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 5% last year and increased by approximately 0% since 2022, 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 100% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Purchased Goods and Services
100%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Business Travel
<1%

Polynt'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.

Polynt 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
Reduction Actions

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