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Rubber and Plastic Products
JP
updated 11 days ago

Jsr

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Jsr Corporation, commonly referred to as JSR, is a leading player in the chemical industry, headquartered in Japan (JP). Founded in 1957, the company has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including Asia, Europe, and North America. JSR is renowned for its innovative solutions in synthetic rubber, plastics, and advanced materials, catering primarily to the automotive, electronics, and healthcare sectors. With a commitment to sustainability and cutting-edge technology, JSR's core products, such as high-performance elastomers and specialty chemicals, stand out for their quality and reliability. The company has achieved significant milestones, including advancements in semiconductor materials and eco-friendly products, solidifying its market position as a trusted partner in various industries. JSR continues to drive innovation, making it a pivotal force in the global chemical landscape.

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46

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Rubber and Plastic Products industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

18

Industry Benchmark

Jsr's score of 46 is higher than 74% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Jsr's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, JSR Corporation reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 961,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising about 220,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 2 emissions combined, and about 741,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This data reflects a commitment to transparency in their environmental impact, with a focus on reducing emissions across all scopes. For the previous year, 2023, JSR's emissions were approximately 220,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2, and about 741,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3, indicating a consistent level of Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint, aiming for a 30% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by FY2030 compared to FY2020 levels. Additionally, JSR has committed to achieving "effectively net zero" greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. JSR's near-term targets, aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), include a commitment to reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 42% by FY2030 from a FY2023 base year. Furthermore, the company aims for 85% of its suppliers to have science-based targets by FY2029, reinforcing its commitment to sustainable practices throughout its supply chain. Overall, JSR Corporation's climate commitments reflect a proactive approach to addressing climate change, with a clear roadmap towards significant emissions reductions and a long-term vision for carbon neutrality.

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201620172018201920202021202220232024
Scope 1
431,489,000
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Scope 2
571,764,000
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000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
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Scope 3
651,608,000
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0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
000,000,000
0,000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Jsr's primary industry is Rubber and plastic products (25), which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Jsr is in JP, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Jsr is participating in some of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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