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
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PPG Industries, Inc.'s score of 44 is higher than 99% 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 420,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 530,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company also disclosed significant Scope 3 emissions, amounting to about 18,540,000,000 kg CO2e, which includes emissions from purchased goods and services, processing of sold products, and end-of-life treatment of sold products. PPG Industries has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030, using 2019 as the base year. Additionally, the company targets a 30% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to contribute to limiting global warming to 1.5°C. The company's emissions intensity has shown a trend of improvement, with a reported intensity of 240 kg CO2e per million USD in revenue for 2023. PPG's ongoing efforts reflect a commitment to sustainability and reducing its carbon footprint in the chemicals sector.
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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.
