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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Synthome's score of 34 is higher than 96% 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, headquartered in Great Britain, reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 230,798,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 97,984,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 2,562,957,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. This reflects their ongoing commitment to addressing climate change through significant reduction targets. Synthomer has pledged to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 46.2% by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. Additionally, they aim to cut Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services by 27.5% within the same timeframe. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to contribute to limiting global warming to 1.5°C. Synthomer's proactive approach underscores its commitment to sustainability and responsible environmental stewardship in the chemicals sector.
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| 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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