Shintech, officially known as Shintech Inc., is a leading player in the chemical manufacturing industry, headquartered in the United States. Established in 1972, the company has made significant strides in the production of polyvinyl chloride (PVC) and related products, serving various sectors including construction, automotive, and consumer goods. With major operational facilities located in Louisiana and Texas, Shintech is renowned for its commitment to innovation and sustainability. The company’s core offerings include high-quality PVC resins and vinyl products, distinguished by their durability and versatility. Shintech has solidified its market position as one of the largest PVC producers in North America, achieving notable milestones in environmental stewardship and operational efficiency. Through its dedication to excellence, Shintech continues to set industry standards while meeting the evolving needs of its global clientele.
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Shintech, headquartered in the US, currently does not report specific carbon emissions data, as indicated by the absence of emissions figures. The company is a current subsidiary of Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd., which may influence its climate commitments and performance metrics. While there are no documented reduction targets or climate pledges from Shintech, it is important to note that emissions data and sustainability initiatives may be inherited from its parent company, Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd. This relationship suggests that Shintech may align its climate strategies with those of its parent, although specific details on targets or achievements are not available. As a subsidiary, Shintech's climate commitments could potentially reflect broader industry standards and practices, but without explicit data or targets, the company's current stance on carbon emissions remains unclear.
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| 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,553,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 3,024,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 4,423,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 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 |
Shintech's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 11% last year and increased by approximately 173% since 2014, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 64% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 52% 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.
Shintech 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.
