Public Profile

Sun Chemical

Sun Chemical Corporation, a leading global provider of printing inks, coatings, and pigments, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1919, the company has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including Europe, Asia, and Latin America. With a focus on the packaging, commercial printing, and industrial markets, Sun Chemical offers a diverse range of products, including high-performance inks and advanced coatings that enhance print quality and sustainability. Recognised for its innovation, Sun Chemical has achieved significant milestones, such as pioneering eco-friendly ink solutions that meet the evolving demands of the industry. As a subsidiary of the DIC Corporation, Sun Chemical holds a prominent market position, consistently ranking among the top suppliers in the printing and packaging sectors. Its commitment to quality and sustainability sets it apart, making it a trusted partner for businesses worldwide.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Sun Chemical'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.

3

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Chemicals 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.

6

Industry Benchmark

Sun Chemical's score of 3 is lower than 80% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Sun Chemical's reported carbon emissions

As of 2010, Sun Chemical reported carbon emissions of approximately 2,000,000 kg CO2e from its printing ink manufacturing and delivery processes. This figure encompasses emissions from the entire supply chain, although specific scopes (Scope 1, 2, or 3) were not detailed in the available data. Currently, there are no disclosed reduction targets or climate pledges from Sun Chemical, indicating a potential area for improvement in their sustainability commitments. The company operates within the printing ink industry, which is increasingly focusing on reducing carbon footprints and enhancing environmental responsibility. Overall, while Sun Chemical has made strides in understanding its emissions, the absence of specific reduction initiatives highlights the need for a more robust climate strategy moving forward.

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Sun Chemical's primary industry is Chemicals nec, which is medium 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. Sun Chemical is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

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.

Sun Chemical 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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