United Initiators GmbH, headquartered in Germany, is a leading player in the chemical industry, specialising in the production of organic peroxides and azo initiators. Founded in 2002, the company has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including Europe, Asia, and North America. United Initiators is renowned for its innovative solutions that cater to various applications, such as polymerisation and crosslinking processes. Their core products are distinguished by their high purity and reliability, making them essential for industries like plastics, coatings, and adhesives. With a commitment to sustainability and customer-centric service, United Initiators has achieved significant milestones, positioning itself as a trusted partner in the chemical sector. The company continues to drive advancements in its field, ensuring it remains at the forefront of industry developments.
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In 2024, United Initiators reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2510527000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 2510527000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 57156000 kg CO2e, and a significant Scope 3 total of about 176470815000 kg CO2e. This reflects a slight increase from 2023, where total emissions were approximately 2369920000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 2369920000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at approximately 205843000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at around 169739437000 kg CO2e. United Initiators has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 35% reduction in CO2 emissions by 2030 based on 2021 figures, and aspiring to achieve climate-neutral production by 2045 for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Additionally, they plan to reduce Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 30% from 2020 levels by 2030. Near-term targets include reducing Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions to near zero by 2025. The company’s emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that these figures are independently reported by United Initiators GmbH.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 109,510,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 
| Scope 2 | 103,405,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 
| Scope 3 | - | - | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 
United Initiators's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 4% last year and increased by approximately 4% since 2023, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 82% of Scope 3 emissions.
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
United Initiators has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
