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Saint-Gobain Vetrotex International Sustainability Profile

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Saint-Gobain Vetrotex International, a prominent player in the glass fibre industry, is headquartered in France. Established in the early 20th century, the company has evolved into a leader in the production of high-quality glass fibre products, serving diverse sectors such as construction, automotive, and aerospace. With a strong presence in Europe and expanding operations globally, Vetrotex is renowned for its innovative solutions, including glass fibre reinforcements and composites. These products are distinguished by their exceptional strength, lightweight properties, and resistance to environmental factors. Saint-Gobain Vetrotex International has achieved significant milestones, solidifying its market position through continuous research and development. The company is committed to sustainability and efficiency, making it a trusted partner for industries seeking advanced materials that enhance performance and durability.

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69

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Research Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

28

Industry Benchmark

Saint-Gobain Vetrotex International's score of 69 is higher than 83% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Saint-Gobain Vetrotex International's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Owens Corning

Saint-Gobain Vetrotex International, headquartered in France, currently does not report specific carbon emissions data for the most recent year. The company is a current subsidiary of Owens Corning, which influences its climate commitments and performance metrics. While there are no documented reduction targets or specific emissions figures available, Saint-Gobain Vetrotex International's climate initiatives are aligned with those of its parent company, Owens Corning. This includes adherence to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and participation in the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), both of which are aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions and enhancing sustainability practices. As a subsidiary, Saint-Gobain Vetrotex International benefits from the climate strategies and performance metrics established by Owens Corning, which are cascaded down through the corporate structure. However, specific details regarding these initiatives or targets have not been disclosed for Saint-Gobain Vetrotex International itself. In summary, while direct emissions data and reduction targets for Saint-Gobain Vetrotex International are currently unavailable, the company is positioned within a framework of climate commitments influenced by its parent organization, Owens Corning.

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Scope 2
1,641,442,000
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How Carbon Intensive is Saint-Gobain Vetrotex International's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Saint-Gobain Vetrotex International's primary industry is Research Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Saint-Gobain Vetrotex International's Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Saint-Gobain Vetrotex International is in FR, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Saint-Gobain Vetrotex International's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Saint-Gobain Vetrotex International's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 5% last year and increased by approximately 59% since 2017, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 72% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 51% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Purchased Goods and Services
51%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
24%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
12%
Processing of Sold Products
6%
Capital Goods
3%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
2%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%
Business Travel
<1%
Use of Sold Products
<1%

Saint-Gobain Vetrotex International's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

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.

Saint-Gobain Vetrotex International 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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