Quaker Houghton
Quaker Houghton, a leading global provider of industrial process fluids, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across Europe, Asia, and the Americas. Founded in 1859, the company has established itself as a key player in the metalworking and industrial lubricants industry, offering a comprehensive range of products and services tailored to enhance manufacturing processes. With a focus on innovation, Quaker Houghton delivers unique solutions such as metalworking fluids, rust preventatives, and hydraulic fluids, designed to improve efficiency and sustainability in various applications. The company’s commitment to quality and customer service has solidified its market position, making it a trusted partner for manufacturers worldwide. Notable achievements include a robust portfolio of patented technologies and a strong emphasis on environmental stewardship, positioning Quaker Houghton as a leader in the industrial sector.
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Quaker Houghton's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Quaker Houghton reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 39,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 25,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 14,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. This represents a slight increase in emissions compared to 2022, where they recorded about 38,000,000 kg CO2e (25,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 13,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2). The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 42% by 2030, using 2021 as the baseline year. This target has been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and aligns with the necessary reductions to limit global warming to 1.5°C. Quaker Houghton is also committed to measuring and addressing its Scope 3 emissions, although specific data on these emissions has not been disclosed. Overall, Quaker Houghton is actively working towards significant emissions reductions while maintaining transparency in its sustainability efforts.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 20,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 10,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - |
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