PPG Industries, Inc.
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.
DitchCarbon Score
How does PPG Industries, Inc.'s carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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PPG Industries, Inc.'s score of 42 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
PPG Industries, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions
In 2023, PPG Industries, Inc. reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 18,540,000,000 kg CO2e, with scope 1 emissions at about 420,000,000 kg CO2e and scope 2 emissions at around 530,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030 from a 2019 base year. Additionally, PPG is committed to a 30% reduction in absolute scope 3 emissions, which include emissions from purchased goods and services, processing of sold products, and end-of-life treatment of sold products, also by 2030. These targets align with the science-based targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to support efforts to limit global warming to 1.5°C. PPG's emissions intensity has shown a downward trend, with a reported intensity of 240 kg CO2e per unit of revenue in 2023.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 410,000,000 | 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 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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PPG Industries, Inc. is committed to some reduction initiatives 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.
