Sensient Technologies
Sensient Technologies Corporation, a leading global provider of flavours, colours, and other specialty ingredients, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1882, the company has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. Sensient operates primarily within the food and beverage, cosmetics, and pharmaceutical industries, offering innovative solutions that enhance product appeal and functionality. The company is renowned for its extensive portfolio of natural and synthetic colourants, flavour systems, and botanical extracts, which are distinguished by their quality and versatility. Sensient's commitment to sustainability and innovation has positioned it as a market leader, with notable achievements in developing cutting-edge technologies that meet evolving consumer demands. With over a century of expertise, Sensient continues to shape the future of the specialty ingredients market.
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Sensient Technologies's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Sensient Technologies reported total carbon emissions of approximately 216,676,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions accounting for about 163,544,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 53,132,000 kg CO2e. The company has set an ambitious target to reduce the carbon intensity of its Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 30% by 2030, using 2020 as the baseline year. This commitment reflects Sensient's proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing its environmental impact. In 2023, the company reported total emissions of approximately 211,977,000 kg CO2e globally, with Scope 1 emissions at about 156,567,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions around 55,410,000 kg CO2e. The data indicates a consistent focus on managing and reducing emissions across its operations. Sensient's climate commitments are aligned with industry standards, demonstrating a clear strategy to enhance sustainability and reduce carbon footprints. The company's ongoing efforts to monitor and report emissions across all relevant scopes (1, 2, and 3) further underscore its dedication to transparency and accountability in its climate initiatives.
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| 2020 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 145,500,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 65,548,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 0,000,000 |
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Sensient Technologies is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
