Hansol
Hansol, officially known as Hansol Paper Co., Ltd., is a leading player in the paper manufacturing industry, headquartered in South Korea (KR). Established in 1991, the company has made significant strides in producing high-quality paper products, including coated and uncoated paper, which are widely used in various sectors such as publishing, packaging, and printing. With a strong operational presence across Asia and beyond, Hansol is recognised for its commitment to sustainability and innovation. The company’s unique offerings, such as eco-friendly paper solutions, set it apart in a competitive market. Over the years, Hansol has achieved notable milestones, solidifying its position as a trusted name in the industry, known for its quality and reliability.
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Hansol's score of 24 is higher than 76% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Hansol's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Hansol reported total carbon emissions of approximately 727,828,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 77,731,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 34,270,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 727,828,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. This reflects a slight increase in emissions compared to previous years, where total emissions were about 725,892,000 kg CO2e in 2022, 13,085,000 kg CO2e in 2021, and 11,039,000 kg CO2e in 2020. Hansol's emissions profile indicates a significant reliance on Scope 3 emissions, which accounted for the majority of their carbon footprint. The company has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges, suggesting a need for clearer commitments in their climate strategy. Overall, while Hansol has made strides in tracking and reporting emissions, the absence of defined reduction targets highlights an opportunity for the company to enhance its climate commitments and align with industry standards for sustainability.
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Add to project| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 3,398,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 8,096,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 358,293,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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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.
Hansol 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.
