Chugoku Marine Paints, Ltd., a leading name in the marine coatings industry, is headquartered in Japan and operates extensively across Asia, Europe, and the Americas. Founded in 1917, the company has established a strong reputation for its innovative solutions in protective coatings, particularly for the marine and industrial sectors. Chugoku Marine Paints is renowned for its high-performance products, including antifouling paints and protective coatings, which are designed to enhance vessel longevity and operational efficiency. The company’s commitment to sustainability and advanced technology sets it apart in a competitive market. With a robust market position, Chugoku Marine Paints has achieved numerous accolades for its quality and service, solidifying its status as a trusted partner for shipbuilders and operators worldwide.
How does Chugoku Marine Paints, Ltd.'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.
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Chugoku Marine Paints, Ltd.'s score of 11 is lower than 74% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2022, Chugoku Marine Paints, Ltd. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 15,911,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 7,694,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at around 8,217,000 kg CO2e. This data reflects the company's operational footprint in Japan. Comparatively, in 2021, the company recorded total emissions of about 15,423,000 kg CO2e in Japan, with Scope 1 emissions of approximately 7,177,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of around 8,246,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a slight increase in emissions from 2021 to 2022. Chugoku Marine Paints has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data, which typically includes indirect emissions from the supply chain and product use. Furthermore, the company has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. Overall, while the company has made strides in reporting its emissions, it currently lacks defined reduction commitments or significant achievements in emissions reduction.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 3,154,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 4,795,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 193,924,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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.
Chugoku Marine Paints, Ltd. 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.

