Doosan Corporation, a prominent South Korean conglomerate, is headquartered in Seoul, South Korea (KR). Founded in 1896, Doosan has evolved into a global leader in various industries, including construction, power generation, and manufacturing. The company operates extensively across Asia, Europe, and the Americas, providing innovative solutions that enhance productivity and sustainability. Doosan is renowned for its core products, which include heavy machinery, power equipment, and advanced materials. Their commitment to research and development has positioned them as a pioneer in eco-friendly technologies and smart construction solutions. With a strong market presence, Doosan has achieved notable milestones, such as being a key player in the global construction equipment market. Their dedication to quality and innovation continues to drive their success in an increasingly competitive landscape.
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In 2024, Doosan reported total carbon emissions of approximately 26440000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 52537000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and 142323000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions breakdown includes significant contributions from purchased goods and services (124887000 kg CO2e) and upstream transportation and distribution (9034000 kg CO2e). The combined total for Scope 1 and 2 emissions reached about 78977000 kg CO2e. In South Korea, Doosan's emissions for 2024 were approximately 18745000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 36626000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, resulting in a total of about 55371000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2 combined. Doosan's emissions data is sourced from Doosan Corporation, with no specific reduction targets or climate pledges currently reported. The company has not disclosed any Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) reduction targets or other formal climate commitments. Overall, Doosan's emissions reflect a significant environmental footprint, particularly in Scope 3, indicating a need for enhanced sustainability strategies and reduction initiatives moving forward.
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| 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 30,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 56,200,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Doosan's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 60% last year and increased significantly since 2021, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 64% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 88% of Scope 3 emissions.
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Doosan has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
