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Plastic Reprocessing
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updated 4 months ago

W L Gore And Associates Sustainability Profile

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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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48

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Plastic Reprocessing 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.

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Industry Benchmark

W L Gore And Associates's score of 48 is higher than 76% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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W L Gore And Associates's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, W. L. Gore & Associates reported total carbon emissions of approximately 286 million kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 52 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 21 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions amounting to around 213 million kg CO2e. The previous year, 2023, saw total emissions of about 334 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 55 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 49 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 230 million kg CO2e. Gore has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for carbon neutrality by 2050 for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Additionally, the company targets a 50% reduction in these emissions by 2025, as a stepping stone towards a 60% reduction by 2030. These initiatives reflect Gore's commitment to sustainability and its proactive approach to addressing climate change.

How Carbon Intensive is W L Gore And Associates's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. W L Gore And Associates's primary industry is Plastic Reprocessing, which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is W L Gore And Associates'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 W L Gore And Associates is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

W L Gore And Associates'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.

W L Gore And Associates 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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