Univar SAS Sustainability Profile
Univar Solutions SAS, commonly referred to as Univar, is a leading global distributor of chemicals and ingredients, headquartered in France. Established in 1924, the company has grown to serve a diverse range of industries, including chemicals, food, pharmaceuticals, and personal care, with a strong operational presence across Europe and North America. Univar is renowned for its extensive portfolio of core products and services, which include specialty chemicals, commodity chemicals, and formulation services. What sets Univar apart is its commitment to sustainability and innovation, providing tailored solutions that meet the evolving needs of its customers. With a robust market position, Univar has achieved notable milestones, including strategic acquisitions that enhance its service capabilities and product offerings, solidifying its reputation as a trusted partner in the chemical distribution industry.
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Univar SAS, headquartered in France, currently does not report specific carbon emissions data for the most recent year, as no emissions figures are available. The company is a current subsidiary of Univar Solutions Inc., which may influence its climate commitments and reporting practices. While Univar SAS has not disclosed its own reduction targets or specific climate initiatives, it inherits sustainability commitments from its parent company, Univar Solutions Inc. This includes participation in various climate initiatives such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), both of which are cascaded from Univar Solutions Inc. at a corporate family level. As part of its broader corporate strategy, Univar Solutions Inc. is likely to align with industry standards for emissions reduction and climate action, although specific targets and achievements for Univar SAS remain unspecified. The absence of detailed emissions data and reduction initiatives highlights the need for further transparency in their climate commitments.
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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 SAS's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Univar SAS's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 3% last year and decreased by approximately 13% since 2021, 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 97% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Univar SAS's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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.
Univar SAS 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.
