Dupont
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 reported carbon emissions
In 2024, DuPont reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 5,631,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 496,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 561,000,000 kg CO2e (market-based). The company also disclosed significant Scope 3 emissions, totalling around 4,574,000,000 kg CO2e, which includes emissions from purchased goods and services, end-of-life treatment of sold products, and other categories. DuPont has made ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 50% absolute reduction in Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline. This target was strengthened after the company achieved a 35% reduction in these emissions by the end of 2022, surpassing its original 2030 goal of 30% reduction eight years ahead of schedule. Additionally, DuPont has set a target to reduce Scope 3 emissions by 25% by 2030 from a 2020 baseline. The company is committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, with a strategy that includes procuring 60% renewable electricity by 2030. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect DuPont's commitment to addressing climate change through comprehensive emissions reduction strategies.
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| 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 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 | 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 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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