Rpm
RPM International Inc., headquartered in the United States, is a leading player in the specialty coatings and sealants industry. Founded in 1947, the company has established a strong presence across North America and internationally, focusing on diverse markets such as construction, industrial maintenance, and consumer products. RPM is renowned for its innovative core products, including high-performance paints, adhesives, and waterproofing solutions, which are distinguished by their quality and durability. The company has achieved significant milestones, including numerous acquisitions that have expanded its product portfolio and market reach. With a robust market position, RPM has consistently been recognised for its commitment to sustainability and customer satisfaction, making it a trusted name in the industry.
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Industry Benchmark
Rpm's score of 25 is higher than 52% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Rpm's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, RPM reported total Scope 1 and 2 emissions of approximately 143,583,000 kg CO2e. This figure reflects their ongoing commitment to reducing carbon emissions, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed. In 2022, RPM's total emissions were also reported at about 188,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 43,500,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at around 144,500,000 kg CO2e. The company has shown a consistent approach to monitoring and reporting emissions, with a total of 188,000,000 kg CO2e in 2021, which included 43,500,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 144,500,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. Despite the lack of specific reduction targets or initiatives, RPM's emissions data indicates a commitment to transparency in their climate impact. The company operates globally, with significant emissions reported from various regions, including the US, where they recorded approximately 20,815,000 kg CO2e in Scope 1 and 94,105,000 kg CO2e in Scope 2 emissions in 2021. Overall, while RPM has not set explicit reduction targets, their emissions reporting reflects an awareness of their environmental impact and a potential pathway towards future climate commitments.
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Add to project| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 43,500,000 | 00,000,000 | - |
| Scope 2 | 153,018,000 | 000,000,000 | - |
| Scope 3 | 740,000 | - | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Rpm 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.
