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Polytan GmbH

Polytan GmbH, a leading name in the sports and leisure surfaces industry, is headquartered in Germany. Established in 1969, the company has built a strong reputation for its innovative synthetic turf and athletic track solutions, serving clients across Europe and beyond. With a focus on sustainability and performance, Polytan offers a range of products, including high-quality artificial grass and durable running tracks, designed to meet the needs of various sports disciplines. Their commitment to quality and environmental responsibility sets them apart in a competitive market. Recognised for their expertise, Polytan has successfully completed numerous high-profile projects, solidifying their position as a trusted partner for sports facilities worldwide. Their dedication to excellence continues to drive advancements in sports surface technology.

DitchCarbon Score

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21

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Rubber and Plastic Products 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.

14

Industry Benchmark

Polytan GmbH's score of 21 is higher than 94% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Polytan GmbH's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Polytan GmbH reported significant carbon emissions totalling approximately 590,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 79,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 42,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a substantial 506,648,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Within Scope 3, the largest contributors were purchased goods and services at about 460,000,000 kg CO2e, followed by waste generated in operations at approximately 15,000,000 kg CO2e, and upstream transportation and distribution at around 20,000,000 kg CO2e. Despite the high emissions levels, Polytan GmbH has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at mitigating their carbon footprint. The absence of defined climate commitments or reduction strategies suggests a need for further action in addressing their environmental impact. As a company operating in the sports and leisure industry, Polytan GmbH is positioned within a sector increasingly scrutinised for its sustainability practices, highlighting the importance of establishing clear climate goals moving forward.

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2023
Scope 1
79,000,000
Scope 2
42,000,000
Scope 3
506,648,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Polytan GmbH's primary industry is Rubber and plastic products (25), which is low 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 Polytan GmbH is in DE, which has a medium grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Polytan 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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