Scott Bader Sustainability Profile
Scott Bader Company Limited, commonly known as Scott Bader, is a leading global manufacturer headquartered in the United Kingdom. Established in 1921, the company has grown to become a prominent player in the chemical industry, specialising in the production of advanced composite materials, adhesives, and resins. With operational facilities across Europe, North America, and the Asia-Pacific region, Scott Bader serves a diverse range of sectors, including aerospace, automotive, and construction. Renowned for its innovative approach, Scott Bader offers unique products such as its Crestabond® range of structural adhesives and the Crystic® line of polyester resins. The company is committed to sustainability, achieving significant milestones in eco-friendly practices. With a strong market position, Scott Bader continues to be recognised for its quality and reliability, making it a trusted partner in the global materials market.
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Scott Bader's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Scott Bader reported significant carbon emissions, with Scope 1 emissions totalling approximately 7,436,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 3,640,000,000 kg CO2e (location-based). The combined total for Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions reached around 11,076,000,000 kg CO2e. In the UK, the company recorded Scope 1 emissions of about 2,736,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 1,086,000,000 kg CO2e, leading to a total of around 3,922,000,000 kg CO2e for both scopes. Scott Bader has initiated Project CARMA, aimed at achieving net-zero emissions by 2050. This project focuses on developing sustainable composite resin formulations from waste biomass, utilising ultrasonic processing techniques to convert waste sawdust into high-quality lignin. The project targets both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, reflecting a long-term commitment to reducing their carbon footprint. The emissions data for Scott Bader is cascaded from its parent company, Scott Bader Company Limited, indicating a structured approach to sustainability within the corporate family. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data, which is often a significant component of total corporate emissions. Overall, Scott Bader's climate commitments and reduction initiatives demonstrate a proactive stance towards sustainability and carbon neutrality in the coming decades.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 7,341,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,918,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - |
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Scott Bader'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.
Scott Bader 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.
