SQM Iodine
SQM Iodine, a subsidiary of Sociedad Química y Minera de Chile, is a leading player in the global iodine market, headquartered in Chile (CL). Established in the early 20th century, the company has evolved significantly, marking key milestones in the development of iodine extraction and production technologies. Operating primarily in South America, SQM Iodine focuses on the extraction and processing of iodine and its derivatives, catering to diverse industries such as pharmaceuticals, agriculture, and electronics. Their core products, including high-purity iodine and iodinated compounds, are distinguished by their quality and sustainability practices. With a strong market position, SQM Iodine is recognised for its commitment to innovation and environmental responsibility, solidifying its reputation as a trusted supplier in the iodine sector.
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SQM Iodine's score of 30 is higher than 87% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
SQM Iodine's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, SQM Iodine reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,015,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 119,656,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 251,114,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 644,727,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions included significant contributions from purchased goods and services (531,773,000 kg CO2e) and upstream transportation and distribution (373,560,000 kg CO2e). Over the years, SQM Iodine's emissions have fluctuated, with 2020 showing a notable reduction in Scope 1 emissions to 80,966,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions increased to 476,552,000 kg CO2e. The company has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments, indicating a potential area for improvement in transparency and accountability regarding its climate strategy. Overall, SQM Iodine's emissions data reflects the challenges faced by the industry in managing carbon footprints, particularly in Scope 3 emissions, which often represent the largest share of total emissions. The company is headquartered in Chile (CL) and continues to navigate its role in addressing climate change within the global context.
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Get Started| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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| Scope 1 | 179,538,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 301,284,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 412,548,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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SQM Iodine 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.
