Lubrizol
Lubrizol Corporation, headquartered in the United States, is a leading global specialty chemicals company founded in 1928. With a strong presence in North America, Europe, and Asia, Lubrizol operates primarily in the automotive, industrial, and consumer markets. The company is renowned for its innovative solutions in lubricant additives, performance coatings, and advanced materials, which enhance the performance and longevity of products across various industries. Notable for its commitment to sustainability and technological advancement, Lubrizol has achieved significant milestones, including the development of eco-friendly formulations and cutting-edge polymer technologies. As a trusted partner to numerous Fortune 500 companies, Lubrizol's market position is bolstered by its extensive research and development capabilities, making it a key player in the specialty chemicals sector.
DitchCarbon Score
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Lubrizol's reported carbon emissions
In 2017, Lubrizol reported total carbon emissions of approximately 745,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure reflects the company's global emissions, which have shown a slight decrease from 748,000,000 kg CO2e in 2016 and 699,000,000 kg CO2e in 2015. The emissions data is cascaded from The Lubrizol Corporation, which is the parent company. Lubrizol has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 20% reduction in combined Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, using 2018 as the baseline year. This target is part of their near-term reduction initiatives, demonstrating a proactive approach to mitigating climate impact. The company is currently on track to meet this target within the specified timeframe. As a current subsidiary of The Lubrizol Corporation, Lubrizol's climate strategies align with broader corporate sustainability goals, although specific Scope 3 emissions data has not been disclosed. The commitment to reducing emissions underscores Lubrizol's dedication to sustainability and responsible environmental stewardship.
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Lubrizol 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.
