Asahi Kasei

Asahi Kasei's reported carbon emissions

Asahi Kasei, a chemicals company headquartered in Japan, has detailed carbon emissions data and ambitious climate commitments. For fiscal year 2025, Asahi Kasei reported total emissions of approximately 4.55 billion kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of approximately 2.49 billion kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions (market-based) of approximately 702 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions for the same year were substantial, with purchased goods and services accounting for approximately 4.51 billion kg CO2e and the end-of-life treatment of sold products contributing approximately 5.53 billion kg CO2e. In fiscal year 2024, total emissions were approximately 16.17 billion kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were around 2.49 billion kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions (market-based) were approximately 794 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions were estimated at approximately 13.19 billion kg CO2e, with purchased goods and services being a significant contributor at approximately 3.19 billion kg CO2e, and the end-of-life treatment of sold products at approximately 5.53 billion kg CO2e. Asahi Kasei is committed to emission reductions, aiming for a 30% or more reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2030, compared to fiscal year 2013 levels. Furthermore, the company has set a long-term goal to achieve carbon neutrality, or net-zero emissions, by fiscal year 2050. Some reports indicate a more aggressive target to reduce Scope 1 and 2 CO2 emissions by 50.4% by fiscal year 2031, compared to fiscal year 2019 levels.