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Aekyung Chemical Sustainability Profile

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Aekyung Chemical, a prominent player in the chemical industry, is headquartered in South Korea (KR) and operates extensively across Asia. Founded in 1953, the company has established itself as a leader in the production of high-quality chemical products, including surfactants, adhesives, and specialty chemicals. With a commitment to innovation and sustainability, Aekyung Chemical has achieved significant milestones, such as expanding its product portfolio and enhancing its manufacturing capabilities. The company is renowned for its unique formulations that cater to diverse industries, including personal care, household products, and industrial applications. Aekyung Chemical's strong market position is underscored by its dedication to research and development, enabling it to deliver cutting-edge solutions that meet evolving customer needs.

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How does Aekyung Chemical'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.

11

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Chemicals 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

Aekyung Chemical's score of 11 is lower than 76% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Aekyung Chemical's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Aekyung Chemical reported total carbon emissions of approximately 9,760,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 424,756 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 9,338,185 kg CO2e. This represents a slight increase from 2022, when total emissions were about 9,416,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 303,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at around 9,113,000 kg CO2e. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data, indicating a focus primarily on direct and indirect emissions from its operations. Aekyung Chemical has not set specific reduction targets or climate pledges, and there are no reported initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate frameworks. As a current subsidiary of Aekyungchemical Co., Ltd., emissions data is cascaded from the parent company, which maintains a commitment to transparency in its environmental impact reporting. The company continues to monitor its emissions and explore opportunities for improvement, although specific reduction initiatives have not been outlined.

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2020202120222023
Scope 1
110,415,000
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Scope 2
64,016,000
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0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
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How Carbon Intensive is Aekyung Chemical's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Aekyung Chemical's primary industry is Chemicals, which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Aekyung Chemical's Location?

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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 Aekyung Chemical is in KR, which we do not have grid emissions data for.

Aekyung Chemical's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

Aekyung Chemical has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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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