Asahi Kasei Corporation, a prominent player in the chemicals nec industry, is headquartered in Japan and operates extensively across Asia, Europe, and the Americas. Founded in 1922, the company has established itself as a leader in diverse sectors, including chemicals, fibres, and healthcare.
Asahi Kasei is renowned for its innovative products, such as high-performance polymers and advanced materials, which cater to various applications, from automotive to electronics. The company’s commitment to sustainability and technological advancement has positioned it favourably in the global market, earning recognition for its contributions to environmental solutions. With a rich history of milestones, Asahi Kasei continues to drive progress in the chemical industry, making it a key player to watch.
+28 vs industry average
Asahi Kasei’s score of 57 is higher than 70% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Chemicals is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Chemicals industry has reduced its overall emissions by 6% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Asahi Kasei's reported carbon emissions
Asahi Kasei, a chemicals company headquartered in Japan, has made significant commitments to reducing its carbon emissions. For the reporting year 2025, the company reported a total of approximately 3.84 billion kg CO2e. This breaks down into approximately 2.49 billion kg CO2e for Scope 1, and about 702 million kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based). Scope 3 emissions for 2025 were approximately 642 million kg CO2e, with the largest contributors being the end-of-life treatment of sold products and purchased goods and services. In 2024, Asahi Kasei's total emissions were approximately 16.38 billion kg CO2e, comprising about 2.49 billion kg CO2e for Scope 1 and approximately 794 million kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based). Scope 3 emissions for 2024 were substantial, totalling around 13.19 billion kg CO2e. The company has established a near-term target to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 30% or more by 2030, using fiscal year 2013 as a baseline. This target applies to Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Looking further ahead, Asahi Kasei aims to achieve carbon neutrality (net-zero emissions) by 2050. More recent reporting indicates a target to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50.4% by fiscal 2031 compared to fiscal 2019 levels.
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Asahi Kasei’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
8 goals2030
30% reduction in all scopes
By 2030, emissions reduction of 30% or more (from fiscal 2013)
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
9 of 15 categories disclosedSee all scope 3 categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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