Us Silica Holdings
US Silica Holdings, Inc., a leading provider of industrial minerals, is headquartered in the United States, with significant operations across North America. Founded in 1900, the company has established itself as a key player in the silica sand and industrial minerals industry, serving diverse sectors such as oil and gas, construction, and glass manufacturing. US Silica is renowned for its high-quality silica products, including frac sand, industrial sand, and clay, which are distinguished by their purity and performance. The company has achieved notable milestones, including strategic acquisitions that have expanded its market reach and product offerings. With a strong commitment to sustainability and innovation, US Silica Holdings continues to solidify its position as a trusted partner in the industrial minerals market.
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How does Us Silica Holdings'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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Us Silica Holdings's score of 20 is lower than 51% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Us Silica Holdings's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, US Silica Holdings reported total carbon emissions of approximately 633,664,000 kg CO2e, comprising 462,073,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and 171,591,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This represents a slight increase from 2021, when the company recorded total emissions of about 586,708,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 416,452,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 170,256,000 kg CO2e. Currently, US Silica has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The absence of Scope 3 emissions data indicates a potential area for future reporting and commitment. As the company continues to operate within the global market, its emissions profile reflects the broader industry context, where many companies are increasingly focusing on sustainability and carbon reduction strategies.
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| 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 416,452,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 170,256,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - |
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Us Silica Holdings 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.
