Compass Minerals International Inc
Compass Minerals International's GHG Emissions Data Preview
In 2023, Compass Minerals International completed a corporate carbon footprint assessment and publicly disclosed its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions according to the GHG Protocol, covering Scope 1 (direct emissions from owned or controlled sources), Scope 2 (indirect emissions from purchased energy) and Scope 3 (indirect emissions across the value chain).
Compass Minerals International has also provided a category-level breakdown for 1 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.
| Metric (tCO2e) | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 - 2017 |
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Total Scope 1 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
Total Scope 2 | ||||
Unspecified Calculation Method | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | 0000000 |
Total Scope 3 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M) | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
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Insights into Compass Minerals International's Operational Emissions
In 2023, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Compass Minerals International amounted to 300,386 metric tons of CO2 equivalent. This figure includes both direct emissions from owned or controlled sources (Scope 1) and indirect emissions from purchased energy (Scope 2). a
Compared to 2022, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Compass Minerals International decreased by 0.47%, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its operations. a
Compass Minerals International's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 1
- Year-over-Year Change
What are Compass Minerals International's Scope 1 emissions?
In 2023, the total Scope 1 emissions of Compass Minerals International were 229,785 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a
Has Compass Minerals International reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?
Since 2018, Compass Minerals International's Scope 1 emissions have increased by 3.62%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time. a b
Compared to the previous year (2022), Compass Minerals International's Scope 1 emissions remained relatively stable, indicating that Compass Minerals International's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its operational footprint. a
What are Compass Minerals International's Scope 2 emissions?
In 2023, Compass Minerals International reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 70,601 tCO₂e using the location-based method. a
Has Compass Minerals International reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?
Compared to the previous year (2022), Compass Minerals International's Scope 2 emissions (Location-Based) have remained relatively stable, indicating that Compass Minerals International 's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint. a
What methodology does Compass Minerals International use for Scope 2 reporting?
In 2023, Compass Minerals International reported its Scope 2 emissions using the location-based method. a
Compass Minerals International's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 2 Location-Based
- Total Scope 2 (Unspecified Calculation Method)
Insights into Compass Minerals International's Value Chain Emissions
In 2023, Compass Minerals International reported 450,943 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) of Scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, representing indirect emissions across its upstream and downstream value chain. a
The 2023 disclosure of Compass Minerals International includes a breakdown across 1 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, matching the level of disclosure in 2022, demonstrating consistent Scope 3 emissions reporting coverage year over year. a
Compass Minerals International's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 3
- Year-over-Year Change
What are Compass Minerals International's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2023, Compass Minerals International reported total Scope 3 emissions of 450,943 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a
Approximately 100% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 0% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment. a
Has Compass Minerals International reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?
Since 2018, Compass Minerals International's Scope 3 emissions have decreased by 14.97%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 3 emissions over time. a b
Compared to the previous year (2022), Compass Minerals International's Scope 3 emissions remained relatively stable, indicating that Compass Minerals International 's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its value chain footprint. a
What categories of Scope 3 emissions does Compass Minerals International disclose?
In 2023, Compass Minerals International reported emissions for 1 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol. a
The limited disclosure restricts visibility into specific emission sources across the company's value chain.
What are the main sources of Compass Minerals International's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2023, the largest contributors to Compass Minerals International's Scope 3 emissions were: a
- Upstream Transportation and Distribution (Cat. 4): 450,943 tCO₂e (100%)
Compass Minerals International's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories
Insights into Compass Minerals International’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers
In 2023, Compass Minerals International reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 229,785 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 1,205 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 190.74 tCO₂e per millions USD. a
Compass Minerals International's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers
How does Compass Minerals International's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?
In 2023, Compass Minerals International reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 190.74 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 60.24 , this places the company above its industry benchmark, indicating it is less carbon-efficient than most competitors. a
Where does Compass Minerals International rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?
In 2023, Compass Minerals International ranked 13 out of 16 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD). a
This places Compass Minerals International among the least efficient performers, with one of the highest emissions intensities in its sector. a
Insights into Compass Minerals International's Total Carbon Footprint
In 2023, Compass Minerals International reported a total carbon footprint of 751,329 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 4.43% decrease compared to 2022, indicating progress in reducing its overall greenhouse gas output. a
The largest contributor to Compass Minerals International's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 60.02% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 1 emissions at 30.58%. a