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Sun Chemical Corporation, a leading player in the chemicals nec industry, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across North America, Europe, and Asia. Founded in 1920, the company has established itself as a key provider of innovative solutions in printing inks, coatings, and advanced materials.
Sun Chemical's core offerings include high-performance inks and coatings that cater to various sectors, including packaging, commercial printing, and industrial applications. What sets them apart is their commitment to sustainability and technological advancement, ensuring that their products meet the evolving needs of customers while minimising environmental impact.
With a strong market position, Sun Chemical has achieved numerous accolades for its quality and innovation, solidifying its reputation as a trusted partner in the global chemicals landscape.
30
DitchCarbon score
-2 vs industry average
Sun Chemical’s score of 30 is lower than 47% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Very High
Chemicals is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
0.523
20182025
The Chemicals industry has reduced its overall emissions by 19% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
20202021202220232024202520262027
Reported emissions
Scope 1
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Sun Chemical's reported carbon emissions
Sun Chemical, headquartered in the US and operating in the Chemicals nec industry, reported total gross emissions of approximately 3.83 billion kg CO2e for 2024. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of 110 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of 170 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of 3.63 billion kg CO2e. The significant contributors to Scope 3 emissions were purchased goods and services at 2.69 billion kg CO2e, end-of-life treatment of sold products at 470 million kg CO2e, and upstream transportation and distribution at 210 million kg CO2e.
While specific reduction targets for Sun Chemical are not explicitly detailed, its SBTi targets are cascaded from its ultimate parent, DIC Corporation, through a corporate family relationship. Sun Chemical Corporation is identified as the source for performance data.
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Sun Chemical’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
No climate goals have been disclosed for Sun Chemical yet.
Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Inherited from DIC Corporation2030 targetSee details
Active
Carbon Disclosure Project
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The Climate Pledge
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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RE 100
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Climate Action 100
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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Sun Chemical24 days ago
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