Formosa Chemicals And Fibre
Formosa Chemicals and Fibre Corporation (FCFC), headquartered in Taiwan (TW), is a leading player in the global chemicals and fibre industry. Established in 1978, the company has made significant strides in the production of a diverse range of chemical products, including petrochemicals, synthetic fibres, and plastics. With major operational regions across Asia and beyond, FCFC is renowned for its commitment to innovation and sustainability. The company’s core offerings, such as high-quality polyester and nylon fibres, are distinguished by their durability and versatility, catering to various applications in textiles and industrial sectors. Recognised for its market leadership, Formosa Chemicals and Fibre has achieved notable milestones, including advancements in eco-friendly production processes, solidifying its position as a responsible industry leader.
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Formosa Chemicals And Fibre's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Formosa Chemicals and Fibre Corporation (FCFC) reported significant carbon emissions, totalling approximately 5,143,026,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 3,016,074,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 14,640,213,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3, amounting to a combined total of about 22,799,313,000 kg CO2e. This data reflects a slight increase in Scope 1 emissions from 2022, which were approximately 4,698,681,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions decreased slightly from 3,166,588,000 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions also saw a minor increase from 14,488,269,000 kg CO2e in the previous year. FCFC has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for carbon neutrality by 2050. In the near term, the company has committed to reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 22.5% by 2027, using 2018 as the base year. Additionally, it aims to reduce absolute Scope 3 emissions by 7.6% by 2027, with a base year of 2021. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are classified as consistent with the reductions required to limit global warming to well below 2°C. Overall, FCFC's emissions data and climate commitments demonstrate a proactive approach to addressing climate change, with a clear roadmap for significant reductions in the coming years.
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| 2018 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 5,589,208,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 3,468,131,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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