Tronox Holdings plc, commonly referred to as Tronox, is a leading global producer of titanium dioxide pigments, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 2005, the company has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including North America, Europe, and Australia. Tronox operates within the chemical manufacturing industry, focusing on the production of high-quality titanium dioxide, which is essential for various applications, including coatings, plastics, and paper. The company is recognised for its commitment to sustainability and innovation, offering unique products that enhance performance while minimising environmental impact. With a robust market position, Tronox has achieved notable milestones, including strategic acquisitions that have expanded its product portfolio and global reach. As a key player in the titanium dioxide market, Tronox continues to set industry standards through its dedication to quality and customer satisfaction.
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In 2024, Tronox reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 4.98 billion kg CO2e, comprising 2.18 billion kg CO2e from Scope 1, 1.24 billion kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 1.56 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 50% reduction in emissions intensity for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 by 2030, with a near-term target of 35% reduction by 2025. Additionally, Tronox is focused on reducing upstream Scope 3 emissions intensity by 9% by 2025 and 16% by 2030. Tronox's long-term goal is to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2050, reflecting a commitment to sustainable practices across all scopes of emissions. These targets are part of their broader strategy to enhance environmental performance and align with industry standards for climate action. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, ensuring that the figures represent Tronox's direct reporting.
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| 2012 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,409,212,000 | 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 |
| Scope 2 | 2,304,682,000 | 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 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Tronox's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 4% last year and decreased by approximately 13% since 2021, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. A significant portion of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 31% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 68% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
Tronox 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.

