Westlake
Westlake Corporation, headquartered in the United States, is a leading player in the global chemical and building materials industry. Founded in 1986, the company has established a strong presence across North America, Europe, and Asia, focusing on the production of a diverse range of products, including polyvinyl chloride (PVC), polyethylene, and various specialty chemicals. Renowned for its commitment to innovation and sustainability, Westlake offers unique solutions that cater to the needs of multiple sectors, such as construction, packaging, and automotive. The company has achieved significant milestones, including strategic acquisitions that have bolstered its market position and expanded its operational capabilities. With a reputation for quality and reliability, Westlake continues to be a prominent force in the industry, driving advancements and setting standards for excellence.
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Westlake's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Westlake's total carbon emissions amounted to approximately 7,485,445,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 2 sources combined, with Scope 1 emissions at about 7,485,445,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 2,830,076,000 kg CO2e. This represents a slight increase in emissions compared to 2022, where total emissions were about 7,035,962,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and approximately 3,025,979,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, totalling around 10,061,941,000 kg CO2e. Westlake has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for operational net zero carbon emissions by 2050 for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Additionally, the company has announced a target to achieve a 20% reduction in CO2 equivalent emissions intensity per ton of production by 2030, using 2016 as the baseline year. This commitment reflects Westlake's ongoing efforts to research and implement economically feasible technologies to reduce its carbon footprint. The emissions data is cascaded from its parent company, Westlake Corporation, which provides a comprehensive overview of the company's performance in relation to its climate initiatives. Westlake's focus on reducing emissions aligns with industry standards and reflects a commitment to sustainability in the chemical manufacturing sector.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 7,910,023,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 2,625,204,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Westlake 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.
