Zoltek Companies Inc., a leading manufacturer in the advanced materials sector, is headquartered in the United States, with significant operations across North America and Europe. Founded in 1975, Zoltek has established itself as a pioneer in the production of carbon fibre, catering primarily to the aerospace, automotive, and wind energy industries. The company’s core offerings include high-performance carbon fibre products that are renowned for their strength, lightweight properties, and cost-effectiveness. Zoltek's commitment to innovation has positioned it as a key player in the composite materials market, contributing to the advancement of sustainable energy solutions. With a strong market presence and a reputation for quality, Zoltek continues to drive growth and technological advancements in the carbon fibre industry.
How does Zoltek Companies Inc.'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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Zoltek Companies Inc.'s score of 46 is higher than 67% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Zoltek Companies Inc., headquartered in the US, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year. The company is a current subsidiary of Toray Industries, Inc., which influences its climate commitments and emissions reporting. As part of its corporate family relationship, Zoltek's climate initiatives and performance metrics are cascaded from Toray Industries, Inc. However, no specific reduction targets or achievements have been documented for Zoltek itself. The absence of emissions data and reduction initiatives suggests that Zoltek may be in the early stages of developing its climate strategy or reporting framework. Zoltek's commitment to sustainability may align with broader initiatives from Toray Industries, which is known for its efforts in reducing carbon footprints and enhancing environmental performance. Nonetheless, without specific data or targets, it is challenging to assess Zoltek's individual contributions to climate action at this time.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 3,310,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 2,325,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 744,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
Zoltek Companies Inc.'s Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 66% last year and increased significantly since 2018, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 78% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 49% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
Zoltek Companies Inc. 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.