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 2024, Quaker Houghton reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 25,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 13,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. This reflects a commitment to reduce emissions, as the company announced a 5% decrease in Scope 1 and 2 emissions compared to 2022 levels. For the previous year, 2023, emissions were similar, with Scope 1 at 25,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 14,000,000 kg CO2e. In 2022, the figures were slightly higher, with Scope 1 emissions at 26,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 14,000,000 kg CO2e. Quaker Houghton has set ambitious targets through the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), committing to a 42% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030, using 2021 as the base year. This commitment includes plans to measure and reduce Scope 3 emissions, although specific data for Scope 3 emissions has not been disclosed. The emissions data and targets are inherited from Quaker Chemical Corporation, which is the parent company. Quaker Houghton is actively working towards its climate commitments, aligning with industry standards to mitigate its environmental impact.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 21,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 12,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - |
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