Wanhua Chemical Group Co., Ltd., commonly referred to as Wanhua Chemical, is a leading global player in the chemical industry, headquartered in China (CN). Established in 1998, the company has rapidly expanded its operations across Asia, Europe, and North America, solidifying its position as a key manufacturer of polyurethanes and specialty chemicals. Wanhua Chemical is renowned for its innovative core products, including MDI (methylene diphenyl diisocyanate) and various polyurethane systems, which are distinguished by their high performance and sustainability. The company has achieved significant milestones, such as becoming one of the largest MDI producers worldwide, reflecting its commitment to quality and technological advancement. With a strong market presence and a focus on research and development, Wanhua Chemical continues to drive growth and innovation in the chemical sector.
How does Wanhua Chemical's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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Wanhua Chemical's score of 22 is lower than 61% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2024, Wanhua Chemical, headquartered in China (CN), reported total carbon emissions of approximately 21,610,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 6,420,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, resulting in a combined total of around 28,030,000,000 kg CO2e. This marks an increase from 2023, where emissions were approximately 16,940,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 9,520,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, totalling around 26,460,000,000 kg CO2e. Wanhua Chemical has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data, nor have they set specific reduction targets through the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The company’s emissions data is sourced directly from Wanhua Chemical Group Co., Ltd. and does not involve any cascaded data from a parent or related organization. The company continues to monitor its emissions and is committed to improving its sustainability practices, although specific initiatives or targets have not been detailed in the available reports.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 9,339,145,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 5,275,678,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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.
Wanhua Chemical 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.
