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.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Stepan Company'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.
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Stepan Company's score of 20 is higher than 79% 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. In 2022, the company emitted around 185,910,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and approximately 61,740,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. The emissions for 2021 were about 175,580,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 78,480,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, indicating a slight increase in emissions in subsequent years. The company has not established specific reduction targets or climate pledges, which may limit its ability to demonstrate a proactive approach to climate commitments. However, the data indicates a focus on emissions management, with a notable emissions intensity of 126.0 kg CO2e per tonne in 2023. Overall, while Stepan Company is actively tracking its emissions, the absence of defined reduction targets suggests an opportunity for further commitment to climate action in the future.
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Add to project| 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
Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.
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.
