W L Gore And Associates
W. L. Gore & Associates, commonly known as Gore, is a pioneering company headquartered in the United States, with significant operations across Europe and Asia. Founded in 1958, Gore has established itself as a leader in the advanced materials industry, particularly renowned for its innovative use of polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) in various applications. The company excels in diverse sectors, including electronics, medical devices, and industrial solutions, offering unique products such as GORE-TEX® fabrics and GORE® medical devices. These offerings are distinguished by their exceptional performance, durability, and reliability. With a strong market position, Gore has achieved numerous accolades for its commitment to quality and innovation, solidifying its reputation as a trusted partner in high-performance materials.
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How does W L Gore And Associates'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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W L Gore And Associates's score of 26 is higher than 94% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
W L Gore And Associates's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, W L Gore and Associates reported total carbon emissions of approximately 56,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 51,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, resulting in a combined total of approximately 107,000,000 kg CO2e for these scopes. The company has disclosed emissions data across all three scopes, with significant contributions from Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Over the years, W L Gore and Associates has shown fluctuations in its emissions. For instance, in 2019, total emissions peaked at approximately 334,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for about 275,000,000 kg CO2e. In contrast, emissions in 2022 were reported at approximately 292,000 kg CO2e, indicating a potential trend towards reduction. Despite these figures, W L Gore and Associates has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. The company continues to monitor and report its emissions, reflecting a commitment to transparency in its environmental impact. Overall, while W L Gore and Associates has made strides in emissions reporting, the lack of defined reduction targets suggests an opportunity for further commitment to climate action.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 55,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 106,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 232,000 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | - |
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W L Gore And Associates is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.
