Synthome, officially known as Synthome plc, is a prominent player in the chemicals nec (not elsewhere classified) industry, with its headquarters based in the United Kingdom. The company operates across multiple regions, serving diverse markets with a focus on innovative chemical solutions. Since its founding, Synthome has established a strong reputation for delivering specialised products that cater to various industrial applications.
The company's core offerings include a range of custom chemical products and services that stand out due to their quality and tailored solutions. Synthome’s commitment to innovation and sustainability has helped it secure a notable position within the chemicals sector, earning recognition for its technical expertise and reliable supply chain. As a key industry participant, Synthome continues to evolve, supporting clients with advanced chemical technologies and sustainable practices.
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Industry Intensity
Chemicals is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Chemicals industry has reduced its overall emissions by 6% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Synthome's reported carbon emissions
Synthomer plc, a chemicals company based in the UK, has disclosed its carbon emissions for several years. In 2025, the company reported a total of approximately 3.2 billion kg CO2e (3,207,111,000 kg CO2e) in Scope 1 and 2 emissions, with Scope 1 emissions at about 232.7 million kg CO2e (232,663,000 kg CO2e) and Scope 2 market-based emissions at approximately 142.3 million kg CO2e (142,294,000 kg CO2e). Scope 3 emissions for 2025 were reported as approximately 2.86 billion kg CO2e (2,859,777,000 kg CO2e).
In 2024, Synthomer's total Scope 1 and 2 emissions were approximately 250.1 million kg CO2e (250,103,000 kg CO2e), with Scope 1 at about 236.8 million kg CO2e (236,773,000 kg CO2e) and Scope 2 market-based at approximately 63.8 million kg CO2e (63,826,000 kg CO2e). Their Scope 3 emissions for 2024 were around 2.63 billion kg CO2e (2,629,696,000 kg CO2e).
Looking at 2023, total Scope 1 and 2 emissions were approximately 277.8 million kg CO2e (277,829,000 kg CO2e), comprising about 228.1 million kg CO2e (228,131,000 kg CO2e) of Scope 1 and approximately 95.3 million kg CO2e (95,287,000 kg CO2e) of Scope 2 market-based emissions. Scope 3 emissions were reported at about 2.57 billion kg CO2e (2,568,929,000 kg CO2e).
Synthomer has set ambitious climate commitments. Through its "Vision 2030" target, the company aims to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 47% by 2025, using 2019 as a baseline year. Furthermore, Synthomer has committed to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), pledging to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 46.2% by 2030 from a 2019 base year. Additionally, they commit to reducing absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions from purchased goods and services by 27.5% within the same timeframe. The company is also exploring the feasibility of using green hydrogen at a key European site as part of its long-term net-zero strategy.
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Synthome’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2 goals2050
We are involved in a feasibility project for the use of gree…
We are involved in a feasibility project for the use of green hydrogen at one of our key European sites.
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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