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Decarbonization and Climate Mitigation
Dow pioneering innovative electronics solutions for a sustainable future
Discover Dow’s cutting-edge electronics solutions designed to shape the future. Explore our innovative technologies that deliver exceptional performance while minimizing environmental impact.
Dow outlines clear path to decarbonize manufacturing facilities
The facility in Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta, will be the world's first net-zero Scope 1 and 2 emissions ethylene and derivatives complex.
Dow recognized as a leader in supplier engagement on climate change by CDP
Dow named Supplier Engagement Leader for five consecutive years.
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Navigating the climate and energy transition
Reducing GHG emissions is a complex challenge that Dow is determined to navigate. We are advancing innovative technologies and processes to reduce GHG emissions from our operations, as well as to support decarbonization across our industry.
Innovating technologies
We are innovating technologies that offer exceptional performance while reducing GHG emissions, supporting our customers’ decarbonization efforts.
Leading by example
As a recognized leader in materials science and sustainability, we are finding ways to decarbonize our operations, including methodologies that benefit decarbonization across our industry.
Investing for impact
We’re taking decisive action to support the transition to a net-zero economy. Our goals to reduce GHG emissions while supporting long-term growth are embedded in our investment strategies.
Supporting a just transition
We are committed to supporting a just transition of the workforce and the creation of decent work and quality jobs that drive economic growth and improve equitable outcomes in our communities.
OUR CLIMATE TARGETS
Our decarbonization goals and roadmap
We are taking a comprehensive and phased approach to reducing GHG emissions, including short-, mid- and long-term goals and actions to achieve them. These build upon the previous GHG emissions reduction of 15% that Dow made between 2005-2020.
Near Term
- By 2025, we intend to reduce our net annual emissions by 2 million metric tons versus our 2020 baseline1
Mid Term
- By 2030, we will reduce our net annual carbon emissions by 5 million metric tons versus our 2020 baseline (~15% reduction)1
Long Term
- By 2050, we intend to be carbon neutral (Scopes 1+2+3 plus product benefits)
1. Includes Scope 1 and 2 emissions. The 2020 baseline equals 35 million metric tons of carbon dioxide emissions.
Taking a holistic approach to decarbonization
Our decarbonization efforts encompass all three GHG emissions scopes.
Scope 1
GHG emissions directly under our control from our own operations.
Scope 2
GHG emissions caused indirectly by power generated from third-party purchases.
Scope 3
GHG emissions we are indirectly responsible for, from how we receive goods from our suppliers to how we sell to our customers.
Our strategy to Decarbonize and Grow
Our Decarbonize & Grow strategy takes a phased, site-by-site approach to drive long-term growth and reduce GHG emissions. We will replace end-of-life, less-efficient assets with low-GHG-emissions technologies such as clean hydrogen, carbon capture and storage (CCS), and advanced nuclear, among others, to abate GHG emissions. For residual, hard-to-abate emissions, we are committed to using only high-quality carbon offsets.
Executing our Decarbonize and Grow strategy
Optimizing our Manufacturing Facilities and Processes for Sustainability
Replace end-of-life assets with low GHG tech
Pursue manufacturing efficiency improvements
Recent developments:
- Achieved Final Investment Decision and started construction on world’s first net-zero Scope 1 & 2 emissions ethylene cracker and derivatives site
- Prioritized projects at Dow’s largest sites to pursue efficiency opportunities
Investing in Transformative Next-Gen Manufacturing Technology
Develop next-generation, low-emissions manufacturing technology critical for the future
Recent developments:
- Continued collaboration to advance e-cracking technology
- Started operation of our UNIFINITY™ FCDh technology in a LA cracker to produce propylene with ~20% lower emissions versus conventional PDH
- Continued development of EDH tech for ethylene
Building a Value-Generating Scope 3 Decarbonization Pathway
Work with value chain to track Scope 3 emissions and identify reduction opportunities
Recent developments:
- Achieved an “A” Supplier Engagement Rating for 3rd straight year by CDP
- Continued to improve accuracy of data from both Dow and suppliers
- Include sustainability criteria into account in purchasing decisions
Developing Low GHG Emissions Products and Services
Design products with lower embedded GHG emissions and/or improve energy/ emissions efficiency
Recent developments:
- Introduced novel cross-linked polyethylene solution for high-voltage transmission cable applications
- Launched two caustic soda products with up to 90% lower greenhouse gas emissions, powered by renewable energy
- Introduced surfactant to help customers meet their formulation sustainability goals by harnessing innovative carbon capture technology for the home care market
Increasing Use of Clean Energy and Steam
Integrate clean energy including renewables and nuclear for power and steam
Advocate and collaborate for infrastructure development (CCS, H2, etc.)
Recent developments:
- Selected Seadrift, TX site for safe, reliable and emissions free advanced SMR nuclear energy project
- Secured access to >1000 MW of renewable power for Dow’s sites
- Advanced designs and partnerships to enable circular hydrogen and CCUS in Fort Saskatchewan Path2Zero site
World’s first net-zero Scope 1 & 2 emissions ethylene cracker and derivatives site
Generating safe, reliable, zero carbon emissions power and steam via advanced small modular nuclear technology
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