Kumho Petrochemical
Kumho Petrochemical Co., Ltd., commonly referred to as Kumho Petrochemical, is a leading player in the petrochemical industry, headquartered in South Korea (KR). Established in 1970, the company has made significant strides in the production of synthetic rubber and various petrochemical products, serving diverse markets across Asia, Europe, and North America. Kumho Petrochemical is renowned for its innovative offerings, including high-performance synthetic rubbers and advanced materials that cater to the automotive, construction, and electronics sectors. The company’s commitment to research and development has positioned it as a key competitor in the global market, with notable achievements in sustainability and product quality. With a strong emphasis on technological advancement, Kumho Petrochemical continues to solidify its reputation as a trusted supplier in the petrochemical landscape.
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Kumho Petrochemical's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Kumho Petrochemical, headquartered in South Korea (KR), reported total carbon emissions of approximately 292,044,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 6,172,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 285,872,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 5,271,699,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Comparatively, in 2022, the company recorded total emissions of about 315,131,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 2,396,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 312,736,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 5,779,332,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a reduction in total emissions from 2022 to 2023. Kumho Petrochemical has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The absence of documented reduction targets suggests a need for enhanced climate commitments in line with industry standards. Overall, while the company has made strides in emissions reporting, further action may be necessary to align with global climate goals and demonstrate leadership in sustainability within the petrochemical sector.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 3,108,304,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 391,427,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 3,311,681,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Kumho Petrochemical is not participating in any 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.
