Synthome
Synthome, officially known as Synthomer plc, is a leading global provider of advanced polymer solutions, headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 1863, the company has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including Europe, North America, and Asia. Synthomer operates primarily within the chemical industry, focusing on the production of water-based polymers and specialty chemicals. The company’s core offerings include innovative products for applications in construction, automotive, and textiles, distinguished by their sustainability and performance characteristics. Synthomer has achieved notable milestones, including significant investments in research and development, which have solidified its market position as a trusted partner for diverse industries. With a commitment to innovation and sustainability, Synthomer continues to lead the way in polymer technology, driving advancements that meet the evolving needs of its global clientele.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Synthome's score of 24 is higher than 92% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Synthome's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Synthomer's carbon emissions in the UK totalled approximately 11,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 10,322,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and 6,443,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 46.2% by 2030, using 2019 as the base year. Additionally, Synthomer is committed to reducing its Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services by 27.5% within the same timeframe. These targets align with the science-based targets necessary to limit global warming to 1.5°C, reflecting Synthomer's dedication to sustainability and climate action in the chemicals sector.
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Add to project| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 309,645,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 259,040,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 2,992,405,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Synthome is committed to some 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.
