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Univar Solutions USA LLC Sustainability Profile

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Univar Solutions USA LLC, a leading global distributor of chemicals and ingredients, is headquartered in the United States, with significant operations across North America and beyond. Founded in 1924, the company has established itself as a key player in the chemical distribution industry, providing essential products and services to various sectors, including agriculture, food, and pharmaceuticals. Univar Solutions offers a diverse portfolio of core products, including specialty chemicals and raw materials, distinguished by their commitment to quality and sustainability. The company’s innovative approach and extensive supply chain capabilities have positioned it as a trusted partner for businesses seeking reliable solutions. With a strong market presence and a history of strategic acquisitions, Univar Solutions continues to achieve notable milestones, reinforcing its status as a leader in the chemical distribution landscape.

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How does Univar Solutions USA LLC'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.

61

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Chemicals industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

20

Industry Benchmark

Univar Solutions USA LLC's score of 61 is higher than 78% 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 USA LLC's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Univar Solutions Inc.

Univar Solutions USA LLC, 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 Solutions USA LLC, it is important to note that any climate initiatives or targets would likely be inherited from its parent company, Univar Solutions Inc. This includes potential commitments to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and other climate-related frameworks, although specific details on these initiatives are not provided. As a part of the chemical distribution industry, Univar Solutions USA LLC operates within a sector that is increasingly focused on sustainability and reducing carbon footprints. The absence of specific emissions data highlights a potential area for improvement in transparency and accountability regarding climate impact.

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201520162017201820192020202120222023
Scope 1
105,872,000
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Scope 2
31,528,000
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00,000,000
00,000,000
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00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 3
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00,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Univar Solutions USA LLC's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Univar Solutions USA LLC's primary industry is Chemicals nec, which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Univar Solutions USA LLC's Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Univar Solutions USA LLC is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Univar Solutions USA LLC's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Univar Solutions USA LLC'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.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2023
Purchased Goods and Services
97%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
3%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%
Business Travel
<1%

Univar Solutions USA LLC'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 Solutions USA LLC 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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