Univar Corporation, a leading global distributor of chemicals and ingredients, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1924, the company has established a strong presence across North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific, serving a diverse range of industries including agriculture, food, personal care, and pharmaceuticals. Univar is renowned for its extensive portfolio of specialty chemicals and innovative solutions, which are tailored to meet the unique needs of its customers. The company’s commitment to sustainability and safety sets it apart in the competitive landscape, ensuring that it not only meets regulatory standards but also supports environmentally responsible practices. With a robust market position, Univar Corporation has achieved significant milestones, including strategic acquisitions that enhance its service capabilities and product offerings, solidifying its reputation as a trusted partner in the chemical distribution industry.
How does Univar Corporation's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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Univar Corporation's score of 66 is higher than 82% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Univar Corporation, headquartered in the US, currently does not report specific carbon emissions data, as indicated by the absence of emissions figures in kg CO2e. The company is a current subsidiary of Univar Solutions Inc., which may influence its climate commitments and reporting practices. While there are no documented reduction targets or specific climate pledges from Univar Corporation, it is important to note that emissions data and climate initiatives may be cascaded from its parent company, Univar Solutions Inc. This relationship suggests that any climate commitments or targets may align with those established by Univar Solutions Inc., although specific details are not provided. In the context of the chemical distribution industry, Univar Corporation's climate strategy may involve adherence to industry standards and practices, but without explicit data or commitments available, the company's current stance on carbon emissions remains unclear.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 105,872,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 31,528,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Univar Corporation is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.