Westlake Chemical Partners, a prominent player in the petrochemical industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 2014, the company has rapidly established itself as a key entity in the production and distribution of essential petrochemical products. With major operations across North America, Westlake Chemical Partners focuses on the manufacture of ethylene, polyethylene, and other derivatives, which are integral to various industries, including packaging, automotive, and construction. The company is renowned for its commitment to sustainability and innovation, setting it apart in a competitive market. Westlake Chemical Partners has achieved significant milestones, including strategic partnerships and expansions that enhance its market position. With a robust portfolio of high-quality products, the company continues to drive growth and meet the evolving needs of its customers.
How does Westlake Chemical Partners'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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Westlake Chemical Partners's score of 21 is higher than 91% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Westlake Chemical Partners reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,947,193,000 kg CO2e, comprising 1,822,583,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 124,610,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This reflects a significant increase in emissions compared to previous years, with a Scope 1 and 2 emission factor of about 953.0 kg CO2e per tonne of production. The company has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments. However, it has consistently reported its emissions data, which is crucial for transparency and accountability in its environmental impact. The absence of defined reduction targets suggests that Westlake Chemical Partners may be in the early stages of developing a comprehensive climate strategy. Overall, while the emissions data indicates a growing footprint, the lack of specific reduction commitments highlights an opportunity for Westlake to enhance its climate action efforts in alignment with industry standards.
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2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 1,647,005,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 110,124,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | - |
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Westlake Chemical Partners 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.