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Dic

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Dic Corporation, commonly referred to as Dic, is a leading global player in the chemical industry, headquartered in Japan. Established in 1908, Dic has evolved into a prominent manufacturer of printing inks, coatings, and advanced materials, serving diverse sectors such as packaging, automotive, and electronics. With a strong presence in Asia, Europe, and the Americas, Dic is renowned for its innovative solutions that enhance product performance and sustainability. The company’s core offerings include high-quality inks and resins, distinguished by their exceptional durability and environmental compliance. Over the years, Dic has achieved significant milestones, solidifying its market position as a trusted partner for businesses worldwide. Its commitment to research and development continues to drive advancements, ensuring Dic remains at the forefront of the chemical industry.

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24

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.

22

Industry Benchmark

Dic's score of 24 is lower than 52% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Dic's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, DIC Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 112,591,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 23,821,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, resulting in a combined total of around 136,412,000 kg CO2e for these scopes in Japan. Globally, the company’s emissions were significantly higher, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 278,059,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at about 256,830,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching approximately 4,658,043,000 kg CO2e across various categories. DIC Corporation has set ambitious reduction targets, committing to a 27.5% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2030 from a 2019 baseline. Additionally, the company aims to reduce Scope 3 emissions by 13.5% within the same timeframe. Notably, DIC also plans for 80% of its suppliers by spend to have science-based targets by 2027. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are classified as consistent with keeping global warming well below 2°C. The company has also established a goal to reduce CO2 emissions at its sites (Scope 1 and 2) by 50% from 2013 levels by 2030, with an average annual decrease of 3.5%. This commitment reflects DIC's proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint.

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Scope 1
270,647,000
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Scope 2
322,446,000
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Scope 3
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0,000,000,000

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

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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 Dic is in JP, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Dic is participating in some 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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