Daesang Corporation, a leading player in the food and biotechnology industry, is headquartered in South Korea (KR). Founded in 1956, the company has established a strong presence in major operational regions across Asia and beyond. Daesang is renowned for its diverse range of products, including fermented foods, seasonings, and health supplements, which are distinguished by their commitment to quality and innovation. With a focus on enhancing culinary experiences, Daesang's core offerings, such as gochujang and doenjang, have garnered international acclaim. The company has achieved significant milestones, including expansion into global markets and recognition for its sustainable practices. As a market leader, Daesang continues to set industry standards, making it a trusted name in the food sector.
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In 2023, Daesang reported total carbon emissions of approximately 506,161,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes about 69,892,778 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and approximately 436,395,175 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The total emissions for 2022 were slightly higher at about 531,724,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 84,875,531 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at around 446,879,412 kg CO2e. Over the past few years, Daesang's emissions have shown some fluctuations, with 2021 emissions recorded at about 525,562,000 kg CO2e and 2020 at approximately 508,707,000 kg CO2e. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data, indicating a potential area for future reporting and improvement. Despite the lack of specific reduction targets or initiatives outlined in their recent disclosures, Daesang's commitment to sustainability is evident through their ongoing emissions tracking. The company has not set any formal science-based targets or climate pledges, which may limit their ability to demonstrate significant progress in reducing their carbon footprint. Overall, Daesang's emissions data reflects a substantial operational impact, and the absence of defined reduction strategies suggests an opportunity for enhanced climate action in the future.
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2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 106,705,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 436,538,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Daesang 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.