Univar Solutions
Univar Solutions Inc., 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 food, pharmaceuticals, and personal care. With a comprehensive portfolio of products and services, Univar Solutions stands out for its commitment to sustainability and innovation. The company offers tailored solutions that enhance operational efficiency and product performance, making it a trusted partner for businesses worldwide. Recognised for its market leadership, Univar Solutions has achieved significant milestones, including strategic acquisitions that have expanded its capabilities and reach. As a key player in the chemical distribution sector, the company continues to drive growth and deliver value to its customers.
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Univar Solutions'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.
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Univar Solutions's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Univar Solutions reported total carbon emissions of approximately 9,282,100 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 24,644,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and a significant 8,800,910,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a comprehensive approach to emissions reporting, covering all three scopes. Notably, the company has set ambitious targets to achieve a 20% absolute reduction in Scopes 1 and 2 emissions by 2025, and a 40% reduction by 2030, using a 2019/2020 baseline. Additionally, Univar Solutions aims for a 15% intensity reduction in Scope 3 emissions by 2030. The company is committed to achieving net-zero operational emissions by 2050, with a focus on increasing on-site generation of renewable electricity. This long-term strategy is part of their broader climate commitments, which include near-term targets and a commitment to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) for net-zero emissions. Univar Solutions's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, ensuring that their reported figures and commitments are independently derived. The company operates within the chemicals sector in the United States, highlighting its role in addressing climate change through significant emissions reduction initiatives.
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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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