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SKC Inc.

SKC Inc., headquartered in the United States, is a leading player in the advanced materials and filtration industry. Founded in 1960, the company has established a strong presence across various operational regions, including North America and Europe. SKC Inc. is renowned for its innovative solutions in specialty films, membranes, and filtration products, catering to diverse sectors such as healthcare, electronics, and environmental applications. With a commitment to quality and sustainability, SKC Inc. has achieved significant milestones, including the development of unique polymer technologies that enhance product performance. The company’s dedication to research and development has solidified its market position, making it a trusted partner for businesses seeking reliable and efficient materials. Through its focus on customer-centric solutions, SKC Inc. continues to drive advancements in the industry, setting benchmarks for excellence.

DitchCarbon Score

How does SKC 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.

50

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Salt and Mineral Mining 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.

22

Industry Benchmark

SKC Inc.'s score of 50 is higher than 96% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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SKC Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

In 2023, SKC Inc. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,711,693,000 kg CO2e, comprising 343,870,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 263,823,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 1,044,501,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This represents a notable increase in emissions compared to 2022, where total emissions were about 2,499,790,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 518,972,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 412,507,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 2,499,790,000 kg CO2e. SKC Inc. has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 42% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2030 from a 2020 baseline of 1,130,000,000 kg CO2e. This target aligns with the Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) guidelines and encompasses all scopes of emissions. The company is also committed to achieving carbon neutrality by 2040, with a long-term goal of reducing emissions by 100% from 2020 levels by 2040. These initiatives reflect SKC Inc.'s dedication to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint, positioning the company as a proactive player in the global effort to combat climate change.

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Scope 1
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000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 2
421,125,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 3
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-
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. SKC Inc.'s primary industry is Chemical and fertilizer minerals, salt and other mining and quarrying products n.e.c., which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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 SKC Inc. is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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SKC Inc. is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.

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

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