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Dowa Holdings

Dowa Holdings Co., Ltd., commonly referred to as Dowa, is a prominent Japanese company headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. Established in 1884, Dowa has evolved into a leader in the non-ferrous metals and environmental services industries, with significant operations across Asia and beyond. The company excels in various sectors, including metal recycling, industrial waste management, and the production of advanced materials. Dowa's unique approach to sustainability and innovation sets it apart, particularly in its commitment to eco-friendly practices and cutting-edge technology. With a strong market position, Dowa has achieved notable milestones, including recognition for its contributions to resource recycling and environmental conservation. As a key player in the global market, Dowa Holdings continues to drive advancements in its core areas, reinforcing its reputation as a trusted name in the industry.

DitchCarbon Score

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24

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Copper Mining 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.

23

Industry Benchmark

Dowa Holdings's score of 24 is higher than 50% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Dowa Holdings's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Dowa Holdings reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,649,000,000 kg CO2e, which includes emissions from Scope 1 and 2. This figure reflects a slight decrease from 2022, where emissions were about 1,713,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has made significant strides in reducing its carbon footprint, particularly in Scope 2 emissions, which were approximately 678,000,000 kg CO2e in 2020. Dowa Holdings has set an ambitious commitment to achieve a carbon-neutral society by 2050, encompassing all scopes of emissions. This long-term goal, initiated in 2023, aims to support the sustainable growth of the organisation while addressing climate change challenges. The company continues to focus on reducing its emissions and enhancing its sustainability practices across its operations.

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Scope 1
1,464,000,000
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Scope 2
131,000,000
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000,000,000
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Scope 3
1,595,000,000
0,000,000,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Dowa Holdings's primary industry is Copper ores and concentrates, which is low 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 Dowa Holdings is in JP, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

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.

Dowa Holdings 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.

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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