GEM
GEM Co., Ltd., commonly referred to as GEM, is a leading player in the recycling and resource recovery industry, headquartered in China (CN). Founded in 2001, GEM has established itself as a pioneer in the circular economy, focusing on the recycling of lithium batteries and electronic waste. With major operations across Asia and expanding influence globally, the company has achieved significant milestones, including the development of advanced recycling technologies. GEM's core services include the recycling of lithium-ion batteries, precious metals recovery, and the production of high-quality recycled materials. What sets GEM apart is its commitment to sustainability and innovation, ensuring that its processes not only meet but exceed industry standards. Recognised for its market leadership, GEM continues to drive advancements in resource efficiency, positioning itself as a key contributor to a greener future.
DitchCarbon Score
How does GEM's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
GEM's score of 17 is lower than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
GEM's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, GEM reported carbon emissions totalling approximately 1,434,000 kg CO2e, comprising about 766,100,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 667,900,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions for this year. In 2022, GEM did not provide emissions data, while in 2021, the total emissions were approximately 5,645,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 743,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 4,902,000 kg CO2e. The 2020 emissions were approximately 4,124,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions of about 507,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 3,617,000 kg CO2e. GEM has not set specific reduction targets or disclosed any climate pledges, indicating a potential area for improvement in their climate commitments. The company continues to report emissions across Scopes 1 and 2, reflecting its operational impact on climate change.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 507,000 | 000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 3,617,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - |
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GEM 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.
