Agc
AGC Inc., headquartered in Japan, is a leading global player in the glass and materials industry, renowned for its innovative solutions. Founded in 1907, AGC has established a strong presence in various operational regions, including Asia, Europe, and North America. The company excels in manufacturing glass products, chemicals, and ceramics, catering to diverse sectors such as construction, automotive, and electronics. AGC's commitment to sustainability and cutting-edge technology sets it apart in the market. With a focus on high-performance glass and advanced materials, AGC has achieved significant milestones, including the development of eco-friendly glass solutions. As a market leader, AGC continues to push the boundaries of innovation, solidifying its reputation as a trusted partner in the global materials industry.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Agc's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Glass 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.
Industry Benchmark
Agc's score of 47 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Agc's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, AGC Inc. reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 19,451,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 5,970,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 4,050,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 9,501,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a commitment to significant reductions, with AGC aiming to decrease absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 30% by FY2030 from a FY2019 baseline. Additionally, the company targets a 30% reduction in Scope 3 emissions related to purchased goods and services, processing of sold products, use of sold products, and end-of-life treatment of sold products within the same timeframe. Furthermore, AGC plans for 30% of its suppliers, based on emissions from purchased goods and services and fuel and energy-related activities, to establish science-based targets by FY2027. These initiatives align with AGC's commitment to climate action and contribute to global efforts to limit temperature rise to well below 2°C.
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Get Started| 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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| Scope 1 | 4,930,000,000 | 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 |
| Scope 2 | 4,430,000,000 | 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 |
| Scope 3 | 7,090,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.
Agc is committed to some reduction initiatives 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.
