Avient
Avient Corporation, formerly known as PolyOne Corporation, is a leading provider of specialised polymer materials and services, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 2000, Avient has established a strong presence in key operational regions across North America, Europe, and Asia, focusing on the plastics and chemicals industry. The company is renowned for its innovative solutions in colour and additive technologies, as well as sustainable packaging and performance materials. Avient's commitment to sustainability and customisation sets it apart, enabling clients to enhance product performance while reducing environmental impact. With a robust market position, Avient has achieved significant milestones, including strategic acquisitions that have expanded its capabilities and global reach, solidifying its status as a trusted partner in the polymer sector.
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Avient's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Avient reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 106,360,000 kg CO2e, comprising 33,114,270 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 72,976,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint, aiming for a 55% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using 2019 levels (100,194 metric tons CO2e) as a baseline. Additionally, Avient has committed to achieving operational carbon neutrality by 2050. In 2023, Avient achieved nearly a 50% reduction in its Scope 1 and 2 emissions compared to 2019, demonstrating significant progress towards its sustainability goals. The company is also aligned with the Better Plants initiative, pledging to reduce energy intensity by 25% over the next decade. Avient's climate commitments reflect a proactive approach to addressing climate change, with a focus on both immediate and long-term strategies to minimise its environmental impact.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 33,362,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 238,100,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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