Dupont Sustainability Profile
DuPont, officially known as DuPont de Nemours, Inc., is a leading American multinational corporation headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware. Founded in 1802, DuPont has evolved significantly, establishing itself as a key player in the materials science and biotechnology industries. The company operates across various regions, including North America, Europe, and Asia, focusing on innovative solutions in sectors such as electronics, nutrition, and safety. Renowned for its core products, DuPont offers advanced materials, specialty chemicals, and agricultural solutions that are distinguished by their sustainability and performance. With a rich history of innovation, including the development of nylon and Teflon, DuPont has consistently maintained a strong market position, earning recognition for its commitment to research and development. The company continues to drive progress in science and technology, making it a pivotal force in shaping the future of multiple industries.
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Dupont's score of 87 is higher than 93% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Dupont's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, DuPont's total greenhouse gas emissions amounted to approximately 1.06 billion kg CO2e, comprising 495,754,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 560,694,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 3,573,544,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a commitment to transparency in emissions reporting across all scopes. DuPont has made notable strides in reducing its carbon footprint, achieving a 35% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions from a 2019 baseline, surpassing its original 2030 target eight years ahead of schedule. As a result, the company has strengthened its reduction goal to a 50% decrease in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030. Additionally, DuPont aims to reduce Scope 3 emissions by 25% from a 2020 baseline, focusing on emissions from purchased goods and services as well as the end-of-life treatment of sold products. The company has set a long-term goal of achieving net zero emissions by 2050, demonstrating its commitment to sustainable practices and climate action. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), ensuring that DuPont's strategies are consistent with the global effort to limit warming to 1.5°C. Overall, DuPont's proactive approach to emissions reduction and climate commitments positions it as a leader in the chemicals sector, with a clear roadmap for future sustainability efforts.
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| 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,918,481,000 | 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 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 3,043,797,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Dupont's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Dupont's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 21% last year and decreased by approximately 52% since 2019, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 63% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Dupont'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.
Dupont has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
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