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Daicel

Daicel Corporation, a leading player in the chemical and materials industry, is headquartered in Japan. Founded in 1919, the company has established a strong presence in various operational regions, including Asia, Europe, and North America. Daicel is renowned for its innovative solutions in the fields of chemicals, plastics, and pharmaceuticals, with a particular focus on high-performance materials and safety systems. The company’s core products, such as cellulose acetate and automotive safety components, are distinguished by their advanced technology and commitment to sustainability. Daicel's market position is bolstered by its dedication to research and development, resulting in numerous patents and industry accolades. With a rich history and a forward-thinking approach, Daicel continues to drive progress in the global market, making significant contributions to various sectors.

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52

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Chemicals industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

26

Industry Benchmark

Daicel's score of 52 is higher than 90% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Daicel's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Daicel reported total carbon emissions of approximately 227,000,000 kg CO2e, encompassing Scope 1 and 2 emissions. In 2023, their emissions were significantly higher, totalling about 2,766,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 1,553,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at about 37,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at around 1,177,000,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a notable focus on reducing emissions across all scopes. Daicel has set ambitious reduction targets, aiming for a 37% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by FY2026 compared to FY2019 levels. Additionally, they are targeting a 50% reduction in both Scope 1 and 2 emissions by FY2031, also relative to FY2019. These commitments reflect Daicel's dedication to addressing climate change and reducing their overall carbon footprint. The company’s proactive approach to sustainability is evident in their comprehensive emissions reporting and clear reduction goals, aligning with industry standards for climate action.

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20172018201920202021202220232024
Scope 1
1,656,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
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Scope 2
80,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
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Scope 3
17,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Daicel's primary industry is Chemicals nec, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Daicel is in JP, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Daicel 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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