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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.

DitchCarbon Score

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34

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.

14

Industry Benchmark

Daicel's score of 34 is higher than 96% 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 2023, Daicel reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,766,000 kg CO2e globally. This figure includes 1,510 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 40 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 1,440 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has shown a commitment to addressing climate change, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed. Historically, Daicel's emissions in Japan were approximately 180,000,000 kg CO2e in 2020, reflecting a consistent level of emissions over recent years, with 2016 emissions also reported at about 260,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has not established specific science-based targets for emissions reduction, indicating a potential area for future commitment. Overall, Daicel's emissions data highlights the need for enhanced climate strategies to align with global sustainability goals.

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2017201820192020202120222023
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
Scope 2
80,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00
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

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. Daicel is headquartered in JP, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

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 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.

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

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