Shell Chemical LP, a subsidiary of the global energy giant Royal Dutch Shell, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across North America. Founded in the early 20th century, the company has established itself as a leader in the petrochemical industry, focusing on the production of chemicals, polymers, and other advanced materials. With a diverse portfolio that includes ethylene, propylene, and various specialty chemicals, Shell Chemical LP is renowned for its commitment to innovation and sustainability. The company’s state-of-the-art facilities and strategic investments in research and development have positioned it as a key player in the market, catering to a wide range of industries, from automotive to consumer goods. Notable achievements include significant advancements in eco-friendly production processes, reinforcing Shell Chemical LP's reputation as a forward-thinking leader in the chemical sector.
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Shell Chemical LP's score of 46 is higher than 68% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Shell Chemical LP, headquartered in the US, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year, as indicated by the absence of emissions figures. The company is a current subsidiary of Shell plc, which may influence its climate commitments and reporting. While no specific reduction targets or achievements are listed for Shell Chemical LP, it is important to note that emissions data and climate initiatives may be cascaded from its parent company, Shell plc. This includes participation in initiatives such as the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) and Climate Action 100+ (CA100), which are aimed at enhancing transparency and accountability in climate-related performance. As a subsidiary, Shell Chemical LP may align its strategies with the broader climate commitments of Shell plc, which typically include ambitious targets for reducing greenhouse gas emissions across various scopes. However, without specific data or targets provided for Shell Chemical LP, it is challenging to detail their individual climate commitments or performance. In summary, while Shell Chemical LP is part of a larger corporate family with potential climate initiatives, specific emissions data and reduction targets for the company itself are currently unavailable.
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| Scope 1 | 87,000,000,000  | 00,000,000,000  | 00,000,000,000  | 00,000,000,000  | 000,000,000,000  | 000,000,000,000  | 00,000,000,000  | 00,000,000,000  | 00,000,000,000  | 00,000,000,000  | 00,000,000,000  | 00,000,000,000  | 00,000,000,000  | 00,000,000,000  | -  | 00,000,000,000  | 00,000,000,000  | -  | 00,000,000,000  | 00,000,000,000  | 00,000,000,000  | 00,000,000,000  | 00,000,000,000  | -  | -  | 00,000,000,000  | 
| Scope 2 | -  | -  | -  | -  | -  | -  | -  | -  | -  | -  | 0,000,000,000  | 0,000,000,000  | 00,000,000,000  | 0,000,000,000  | -  | 00,000,000,000  | -  | -  | 00,000,000,000  | 00,000,000,000  | 00,000,000,000  | 0,000,000,000  | 0,000,000,000  | -  | -  | 0,000,000,000  | 
| Scope 3 | -  | -  | -  | -  | -  | -  | -  | -  | -  | -  | -  | 000,000,000,000  | 000,000,000,000  | 000,000,000,000  | -  | 000,000,000,000  | -  | 0,000,000,000,000  | -  | -  | 0,000,000,000,000  | 0,000,000,000,000  | 0,000,000,000,000  | 0,000,000,000,000  | 0,000,000,000,000  | 0,000,000,000,000  | 
Shell Chemical LP's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 3% last year and increased by approximately 62% since 2010, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 78% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
Shell Chemical LP 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.