Refractory Specialties Incorporated, along with its subsidiaries Vacuform, Inc. and Specialty Ceramics, Inc., is a leading player in the refractory materials industry, headquartered in the United States. Established in the early 1980s, the company has consistently innovated in the production of high-performance refractory products, serving key sectors such as steel, glass, and ceramics. With a strong operational presence across North America, Refractory Specialties is renowned for its unique formulations and custom solutions that enhance thermal efficiency and durability. Their core offerings include advanced refractory bricks, castables, and specialty ceramics, all designed to withstand extreme temperatures and harsh environments. The company has achieved significant milestones, including ISO certification and recognition for excellence in customer service, solidifying its market position as a trusted supplier in the industry.
How does Refractory Specialties Incorporated and Vacuform, Inc. and Specialty Ceramics, 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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Refractory Specialties Incorporated and Vacuform, Inc. and Specialty Ceramics, Inc.'s score of 12 is lower than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Refractory Specialties Incorporated, Vacuform, Inc., and Specialty Ceramics, Inc. currently do not report specific carbon emissions data, as indicated by the absence of emissions figures in kg CO2e. Their climate commitments and reduction initiatives are also not detailed, suggesting a lack of publicly available targets or pledges at this time. However, it is important to note that emissions data and performance metrics may be cascaded from their parent company, Unifrax I LLC, which operates at a cascade level of 1. This relationship implies that while direct emissions data for these entities is not available, they may align with broader sustainability initiatives and performance metrics established by Unifrax I LLC. As a merged entity, Refractory Specialties Incorporated, Vacuform, Inc., and Specialty Ceramics, Inc. may benefit from the climate strategies and reduction targets set by Unifrax I LLC, although specific details on these initiatives are not disclosed. The absence of specific reduction targets or commitments highlights a potential area for development in their sustainability practices.
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| 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 149,973,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 118,333,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 00,000,000,000 |
Their carbon footprint includes suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 4% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Waste Generated in Operations" representing nearly all of their reported Scope 3 footprint.
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Refractory Specialties Incorporated and Vacuform, Inc. and Specialty Ceramics, Inc. has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

