Decarbonization journey

Kraton has been at the forefront of decarbonization in the chemical industry for over a decade. Through strategic initiatives and data-driven innovation, we’ve reduced our absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by more than 40% since 2014. From energy audits and electrification to renewable energy adoption, our efforts continue to evolve, driving meaningful progress toward a more sustainable future.

Energy Efficiency
Audits

To identify opportunities for energy efficiency improvements, heat recovery, electrification, and fuel switch options.

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Renewable Energy Procurement

To further reduce our indirect Scope 2 emissions, we are actively sourcing renewable electricity across our operations.

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Data
Excellence

Improving our ESG data across Scopes 1, 2, and 3, to support value chain decarbonization and better supplier engagement.

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Sustainability Targets

Scope 1 & 2
GHG Emissions
▼ 30%

Absolute Reduction

vs 2022 baseline

Scope 3.1
(Purchased Goods and Services)
▼ 30%

Intensity Reduction

vs 2022 baseline

Water Consumption
▼ 10%

Intensity Reduction

vs 2022 baseline

Waste
▼ 10%

Intensity Reduction

vs 2022 baseline

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Decarbonization Spotlight

Our Oulu, Finland and Sandarne, Sweden manufacturing facilities have been 100% fossil-free since 2023. As a result, we’ve reduced our pine chemical manufacturing emissions by 10.6%.

Building our decarbonization roadmap

Kraton conducted audits across all manufacturing sites to identify opportunities for energy efficiency and decarbonization. Based on these assessments, each operating site received tailored recommendations outlining potential decarbonization measures. These measures include:

  • Heat Systems Management
  • Waste Heat and/or Steam Recovery
  • Electrification of our Production Processes
  • Considerations for Alternative Fuels
  • Fuel Switch Assessment
Energy Efficiency
Electrification
Renewable Energy
Renewable Energy Procurement

A comprehensive market study reviewed regional and site-specific options for adopting renewable electricity at each location, which provided the foundation for lowering Scope 2 emissions and sets the stage for updating our decarbonization strategy. Our achievements already include fully fossil-free operations at our sites in Oulu, Finland and Sandarne, Sweden. 

Data Excellence

Our Data Excellence project elevates ESG data quality, supporting and guiding our strategic approach to decarbonization. This project enables:

  • Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions Reporting
  • Data Management Automation Processes
  • New Decarbonization Scenario Definitions
  • Strengthened GHG and Sustainability Reporting
Strategize
Energy Governance and Management
  • Measure enterprise baseline
  • Define a clear strategy, targets, and roadmap
  • Identify individual roles and responsibilities
  • Build an effective action plan for prioritization, budgeting, and resourcing
  • Communicate commitment
Digitize
Energy Management and Control
  • Monitor resource usage and emissions with remote data visualization platform
  • Identify saving opportunities
  • Manage energy performance with tailored energy performance indicators
  • Report and benchmark progress with data analysis via dedicated technical teams
Decarbonize
Efficient Installations
  • Reduce energy use
  • Replace energy scurce
  • Engage value chain
  • Understand financing options for project implementation
  • Measure and verify to ensure savings
  • Improve and manage existing initiatives