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PPG Industries, Inc.

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PPG Industries, Inc., a leading global supplier of paints, coatings, and specialty materials, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1883, PPG has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. The company is renowned for its innovative solutions in the automotive, aerospace, and industrial sectors, offering a diverse range of products that enhance durability and aesthetic appeal. With a commitment to sustainability and technological advancement, PPG's core offerings include high-performance coatings and specialty materials that set industry standards. The company has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for innovation and environmental stewardship, solidifying its position as a market leader. PPG Industries continues to drive growth and excellence in the coatings industry, making it a trusted partner for customers worldwide.

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36

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.

20

Industry Benchmark

PPG Industries, Inc.'s score of 36 is higher than 64% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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PPG Industries, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

In 2024, PPG Industries, Inc. reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 30,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, about 48,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and around 18,760,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. The combined total for Scope 1 and 2 emissions was about 63,000,000 kg CO2e. Notably, the company has set ambitious targets to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions, committing to a 50% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 from a 2019 baseline. This target is validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and aligns with the emissions reductions necessary to limit global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius. PPG also aims for a 30% reduction in Scope 3 emissions, which encompass emissions from purchased goods and services, processing of sold products, and end-of-life treatment of sold products, within the same timeframe. In 2023, PPG achieved a 10% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions from the 2019 baseline, marking significant progress towards its 2030 goals. The company has also established a near-term goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions intensity by 15% from a 2017 baseline by 2025, applicable to both Scope 1 and 2 emissions. This commitment reflects PPG's proactive approach to addressing climate change and its dedication to sustainability within the chemicals sector.

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20172018201920202021202220232024
Scope 1
410,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 2
640,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 3
-
-
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. PPG Industries, Inc.'s primary industry is Chemicals nec, which is high 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 PPG Industries, Inc. is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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PPG Industries, Inc. is participating in some 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
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