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Livent Corporation, a prominent player in the chemicals nec industry, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across North America and South America. Founded in 2018, Livent has quickly established itself as a leader in lithium hydroxide production, catering primarily to the electric vehicle and energy storage markets.
The company’s core offerings include high-purity lithium compounds, which are essential for advanced battery technologies. Livent's commitment to sustainable practices and innovation sets it apart in a competitive landscape. With a strong market position, Livent has achieved significant milestones, including strategic partnerships and expansions that enhance its production capabilities. As the demand for lithium continues to surge, Livent remains at the forefront, driving advancements in the chemical sector.
-14 vs industry average
Livent’s score of 17 is lower than 26% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Chemicals is among the most carbon-intensive industries
The Chemicals industry has reduced its overall emissions by 19% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Livent, a chemicals company headquartered in the US, reported a total of approximately 386.6 billion kg CO2e in 2022. This comprised Scope 1 emissions of about 103.5 billion kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 11.8 billion kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions of about 273.1 billion kg CO2e.
In 2021, Livent's total emissions were approximately 112.6 billion kg CO2e, consisting of Scope 1 emissions of about 92.7 billion kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of roughly 19.9 billion kg CO2e (market-based). Scope 3 emissions were not disclosed for this year.
For 2020, Livent reported Scope 1 emissions of approximately 67.1 billion kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of around 24.7 billion kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions were not disclosed.
Livent has set several climate commitments. The company aims to reduce GHG intensity by 30% across its operations by 2030, targeting both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, with a baseline year of 2022. Additionally, Livent has committed to reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 35% by 2030, based on a 2021 baseline year for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 absolute emissions. Previously, legacy goals carried over from FMC aimed for a 20% reduction in GHG emissions intensity, energy intensity, water intensity, and waste intensity by 2025, compared to 2013 baselines.
Livent's emissions data is currently cascaded from Livent Corporation. The company also has CDP and CA100 initiatives sourced from Rio Tinto Group.
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2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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