Sekisui Chemical
Sekisui Chemical Co., Ltd., headquartered in Japan, is a leading player in the chemical industry, renowned for its innovative solutions across various sectors. Founded in 1947, the company has established a strong presence in regions including Asia, North America, and Europe, focusing on advanced materials, housing, and environmental solutions. With a diverse portfolio that includes high-performance plastics, medical devices, and construction materials, Sekisui Chemical distinguishes itself through its commitment to sustainability and cutting-edge technology. The company has achieved notable milestones, such as pioneering developments in polymer chemistry and expanding its global footprint through strategic acquisitions. Recognised for its market leadership, Sekisui Chemical continues to drive growth and innovation, positioning itself as a trusted partner in addressing contemporary challenges in the chemical sector.
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Sekisui Chemical's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Sekisui Chemical, headquartered in Japan, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 4,340,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 183,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 400,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 3,757,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions breakdown reveals major contributions from purchased goods and services (2,339,000,000 kg CO2e) and end-of-life treatment of sold products (610,000,000 kg CO2e). Comparatively, in 2022, the company reported total emissions of approximately 4,573,000,000 kg CO2e, indicating a reduction in emissions year-on-year. The Scope 1 and 2 emissions combined for 2022 were about 655,000,000 kg CO2e. Sekisui Chemical has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 50% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 2030, using 2019 as the base year. This target aligns with the 1.5°C climate goal. Additionally, the company plans to increase its annual sourcing of renewable electricity from 0.35% in FY2019 to 100% by FY2030. For Scope 3 emissions, Sekisui aims for a 30% reduction within the same timeframe. Long-term, Sekisui Chemical has committed to achieving net-zero GHG emissions across all scopes by 2050. This commitment includes thorough energy conservation measures and a shift to renewable energy sources. Overall, Sekisui Chemical's emissions data and climate commitments reflect a proactive approach to reducing its carbon footprint and addressing climate change challenges.
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| 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 187,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 708,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 48,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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