Aspen Aerogels
Aspen Aerogels, a leading innovator in the aerogel industry, is headquartered in the United States and operates primarily in North America and Europe. Founded in 2001, the company has established itself as a pioneer in advanced insulation solutions, particularly for the oil and gas, industrial, and building sectors. Aspen Aerogels is renowned for its unique aerogel products, which offer exceptional thermal performance and lightweight properties, setting them apart from traditional insulation materials. The company’s flagship product, Pyrogel, is widely recognised for its ability to withstand extreme temperatures while minimising energy loss. With a strong market position, Aspen Aerogels has achieved significant milestones, including partnerships with major industry players and recognition for its commitment to sustainability and innovation.
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Aspen Aerogels's score of 2 is lower than 95% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Aspen Aerogels's reported carbon emissions
In 2021, Aspen Aerogels reported total carbon emissions of approximately 21,881,000 kg CO2e, comprising about 15,804,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and about 5,787,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. This lack of formal commitments suggests that while Aspen Aerogels is aware of its carbon footprint, it may not yet have established concrete plans for significant emissions reductions. As a leader in the aerogel industry, the company is positioned to enhance its climate strategy and contribute to broader sustainability goals.
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Add to project| 2021 | |
|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 15,804,000 |
| Scope 2 | 5,787,000 |
| Scope 3 | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Aspen Aerogels 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.
