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 score of 39 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Cj Cheiljedang's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Cj Cheiljedang reported total carbon emissions of approximately 9,528,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 2,196,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at around 1,129,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching approximately 9,528,000,000 kg CO2e. In 2022, the company recorded total emissions of about 4,828,000 kg CO2e in South Korea, with Scope 1 and 2 emissions also at approximately 482,000,000 kg CO2e. The previous year, 2021, saw total emissions of around 669,191,000 kg CO2e globally, with significant contributions from Scope 1 (approximately 2,877,000,000 kg CO2e) and Scope 2 (about 1,518,000,000 kg CO2e). Cj Cheiljedang has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or any climate pledges. The absence of documented reduction targets suggests a need for enhanced climate commitments in line with industry standards. The company’s emissions data indicates a substantial carbon footprint, highlighting the importance of strategic initiatives to mitigate climate impact.
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Add to project| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 142,888,000 | 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 |
| Scope 2 | 162,689,000 | 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 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Cj Cheiljedang is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.
