PQ SILICAS UK
PQ Silicas UK, a subsidiary of PQ Corporation, is a leading player in the silica industry, headquartered in Great Britain. Established in 1831, the company has evolved significantly, marking key milestones in the development of high-performance silica products. With a strong operational presence across Europe, PQ Silicas UK focuses on providing innovative solutions for various sectors, including rubber, coatings, and personal care. The company’s core offerings include a diverse range of silica products known for their superior quality and performance. PQ Silicas UK is recognised for its commitment to sustainability and customer-centric solutions, positioning itself as a trusted partner in the market. With a reputation for excellence, PQ Silicas UK continues to drive advancements in silica technology, solidifying its status as a leader in the industry.
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PQ SILICAS UK's score of 5 is higher than 79% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
PQ SILICAS UK's reported carbon emissions
In 2018, PQ SILICAS UK reported significant carbon emissions totalling approximately 1,414,229,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 183,126,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, resulting in a combined total of about 1,597,355,000 kg CO2e for both scopes. The company has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. As part of its commitment to addressing climate change, PQ SILICAS UK is likely to focus on improving its emissions intensity, which is reported at 96.0 tonnes CO2e per unspecified unit of production. While specific reduction strategies are not detailed, the company operates within an industry context that increasingly prioritises sustainability and carbon footprint reduction.
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Add to project| 2018 | |
|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,414,229,000 |
| Scope 2 | 183,126,000 |
| Scope 3 | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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PQ SILICAS UK is not committed to any 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.
