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Univar Solutions
Other Chemical and Allied Products Merchant WholesalersUnited StatesNYSE: UNVR
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Univar Solutions, a leading player in the Other Chemical and Allied Products Merchant Wholesalers industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1924, the company has established a strong presence across North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific, providing a diverse range of chemical products and services.
Specialising in the distribution of specialty chemicals and ingredients, Univar Solutions stands out for its commitment to sustainability and innovation. The company offers tailored solutions across various sectors, including food, pharmaceuticals, and personal care, ensuring high-quality products that meet stringent industry standards.
With a robust market position, Univar Solutions has achieved significant milestones, including strategic acquisitions that enhance its product portfolio and distribution capabilities. This dedication to excellence has solidified its reputation as a trusted partner in the chemical distribution landscape.
59
DitchCarbon score
+4 vs industry average
Univar Solutions’s score of 59 is higher than 57% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Low
Other Chemical and Allied Products Merchant Wholesalers has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.178
20182025
The Other Chemical and Allied Products Merchant Wholesalers industry has reduced its overall emissions by 36% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
202020212022202320242025202620272028
Reported emissions
Scope 1
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Scope 2
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Scope 3
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Total reported
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Univar Solutions's reported carbon emissions
Univar Solutions, an Other Chemical and Allied Products Merchant Wholesalers company headquartered in the US, reported Scope 1 emissions of 85,300,000 kg CO2e in 2025. This follows 89,555,000 kg CO2e in Scope 1 emissions in 2024 and 92,821,000 kg CO2e in 2023.
The company has set several climate commitments. Univar Solutions aims for an absolute reduction of 20% in Scope 1 and 2 CO2e emissions by 2025, and a 40% absolute reduction by 2030, both against a 2019/2020 baseline. Additionally, they target a 15% intensity reduction in Scope 3 emissions by 2030, using 2023 as the baseline. Univar Solutions is committed to achieving net-zero direct operational emissions by 2050, encompassing Scope 1 and Scope 2. The company also states a net-zero commitment across all scopes by 2050.
Univar Solutions' climate targets are cascaded from its parent company, Univar Solutions Inc. The company also participates in the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) with a "Committed" status for near-term targets and a "Yes" commitment to net-zero, with a net-zero year of 2050 as per their SBTi records.
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Univar Solutions’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
On track94%
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
At risk48%
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
Behind target22%
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
No scope 3 category breakdown has been disclosed yet.
Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
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The Climate Pledge
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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Active
RE 100
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Climate Action 100
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