Stepan Company
Stepan Company, a leading global manufacturer headquartered in the United States, has been a key player in the specialty chemicals industry since its founding in 1932. With a strong presence in North America, Europe, and Asia, Stepan operates across various sectors, including surfactants, polymers, and specialty products. Renowned for its innovative solutions, Stepan's core offerings include surfactants for household and industrial cleaning, as well as agricultural and personal care applications. The company distinguishes itself through its commitment to sustainability and product performance, consistently meeting the evolving needs of its diverse clientele. With a robust market position, Stepan Company has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for its environmental initiatives and product excellence, solidifying its reputation as a trusted partner in the chemical manufacturing landscape.
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Stepan Company's score of 20 is higher than 90% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Stepan Company's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Stepan Company reported total carbon emissions of approximately 184,050,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 62,930,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. This reflects a continued commitment to monitoring and managing their carbon footprint, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed. Over the years, Stepan's emissions have shown fluctuations, with Scope 1 emissions peaking at about 185,910,000 kg CO2e in 2022 and Scope 2 emissions reaching a high of approximately 134,800,000 kg CO2e in 2017. The company has not established any formal reduction targets under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges, indicating a potential area for future commitment. Stepan's emissions intensity has varied, with a notable decrease in emissions intensity from 124.0 kg CO2e per tonne in 2017 to 106.2 kg CO2e per tonne in 2023, showcasing an improvement in operational efficiency. As a company headquartered in the US, Stepan is positioned within an industry increasingly focused on sustainability and climate responsibility.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 139,580,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 134,800,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Stepan Company 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.
