Cj Cheiljedang
Cj Cheiljedang Corporation, a leading player in the food and biotechnology industry, is headquartered in South Korea (KR). Founded in 1953, the company has established itself as a pioneer in the production of food ingredients, processed foods, and bioengineering solutions. With a strong presence in Asia and expanding operations globally, Cj Cheiljedang is renowned for its innovative products, including its popular range of sauces, seasonings, and health supplements. The company’s commitment to quality and sustainability has positioned it as a market leader, achieving notable milestones such as advancements in fermentation technology. Cj Cheiljedang's unique offerings, including its proprietary fermentation processes, set it apart in a competitive landscape, making it a trusted name among consumers and businesses alike.
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Cj Cheiljedang's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, CJ Cheiljedang reported significant greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, totalling approximately 1,492,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 1,114,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 7,575,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3, resulting in a combined total of about 2,606,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its GHG emissions by 25% by 2030 compared to 2020 levels, applicable to both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. In 2023, the emissions data for South Korea indicated a GHG emissions intensity of about 130 kg CO2e per tonne for domestic operations, with a slightly higher intensity of 190 kg CO2e per tonne for food products. The company has also disclosed its emissions intensity for 2022, which was approximately 570 kg CO2e per unit of revenue globally. CJ Cheiljedang's commitment to sustainability is further demonstrated through its initiatives to cut indirect GHG emissions by 30% by 2020, although this target was not met. The company is actively working towards its near-term reduction goals and has shown progress in tracking its emissions performance. Overall, CJ Cheiljedang is focused on enhancing its sustainability practices and reducing its carbon footprint, aligning with global climate commitments.
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| 2007 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 213,472,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 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 | 156,050,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 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 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Cj Cheiljedang is not participating in any 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.
