Daesang Corporation, a prominent player in the Other Business Services sector, is headquartered in South Korea (KR) and operates extensively across Asia and beyond. Founded in 1956, Daesang has established itself as a leader in food production and biotechnology, with a diverse portfolio that includes fermented products, seasonings, and health supplements.
The company is renowned for its innovative approach to food safety and quality, utilising advanced technology to create unique offerings that cater to evolving consumer needs. With a strong market position, Daesang has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for excellence in product development and sustainability. As a trusted name in the industry, Daesang continues to set benchmarks in quality and innovation, solidifying its reputation as a key player in the global market.
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Industry Intensity
Business Services is among the least carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Business Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 25% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2026
Reported emissions
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Daesang's reported carbon emissions
Daesang Carbon Emissions and Climate Commitments
For the 2023 reporting year, Daesang, headquartered in Korea and operating within the "Other business services (74)" industry, reported total Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 506,161,000 kg CO2e. This figure comprises Scope 1 emissions of approximately 69,892,778 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 436,395,175 kg CO2e. Daesang has not disclosed Scope 3 emissions data for this period.
In 2022, the company's total Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions were approximately 531,724,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 84,875,531 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 446,879,412 kg CO2e.
Historical emissions data indicates that in 2021, total Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions were approximately 525,562,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1: approximately 104,777,492 kg CO2e, Scope 2: approximately 420,818,850 kg CO2e). In 2020, total Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions amounted to approximately 508,708,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1: approximately 94,157,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2: approximately 414,584,000 kg CO2e). For 2019, total Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions were approximately 536,073,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1: approximately 100,003,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2: approximately 436,070,000 kg CO2e). In 2018, the company reported total Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 543,243,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1: approximately 106,705,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2: approximately 436,538,000 kg CO2e).
Daesang's ESG Sustainability reports indicate a focus on GHG emissions intensity performance, with reported values for units of revenue. For example, in 2023, the GHG emissions intensity performance was approximately 0.0001491 kg CO2e per KRW. In 2022, the GHG emissions intensity target was approximately 0.0001731 kg CO2e per KRW.
Daesang has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or commitments from initiatives such as SBTi or the Climate Pledge. The company's climate commitments and performance data are sourced directly from Daesang Corporation.
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