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.
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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 45 is higher than 75% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Agc's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, AGC reported total carbon emissions of approximately 19,451,000,000 kg CO2e globally, with a breakdown of 6,007,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 4,028,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and 9,417,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. In Japan, AGC's emissions included 1,304,791,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 1,147,169,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based). AGC has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Additionally, the company targets a 30% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030, using 2019 as the base year. This commitment extends to Scope 3 emissions, with a similar 30% reduction goal for emissions from purchased goods and services, processing of sold products, use of sold products, and end-of-life treatment of sold products. Furthermore, AGC aims to achieve a 50% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions intensity per unit of sales for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 by 2030. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect AGC's commitment to sustainable practices within the building products sector.
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| 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 9,870,000,000 | - | - | - | 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 | 2,140,000,000 | - | - | - | 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 | 7,070,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - | 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
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Agc 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.
