Univar Solutions, a global solutions provider to users of specialty ingredients and chemicals, reported reducing Scope 1 and 2 absolute emissions by 26% compared to its baseline, operating below the 20% deliverable for the end of 2025.

“I continue to be amazed by the talented and innovative employees who drive our organization forward,” said CEO David Jukes in a statement. “Our ESG goal highlights are a prime example of their dedication, and the positive results reflect our values being upheld by our employees as we work to improve our infrastructure and operational efficiency, resulting in emission reductions.”

The company plans to reduce emissions by enhancing fuel efficiency in Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) vehicles, expanding the use of low- and zero-emission vehicles, diversifying fuel sources, increasing the use of biodiesel and renewable diesel, and increasing fleet routing and mode optimization to reduce the number of miles traveled.

Univar also plans to conduct several energy efficiency initiatives, including investments in advanced equipment such as heating and cooling systems, compressed air infrastructure, lighting, sensors/timers, automation and insulation.

The company will enhance operational processes to ensure equipment operates at peak efficiency by reviewing operating temperatures and air system pressures, improving start-up and power-down procedures, and meeting maintenance requirements.

Univar additionally plans to increase the adoption of renewable energy and use market tools to promote renewable energy generation via renewable energy certificates (RECs) and on-site power purchase agreements (PPAs).