Hanwha Sustainability Profile
Hanwha Corporation, a leading South Korean conglomerate, is headquartered in Seoul, South Korea (KR). Founded in 1952, Hanwha has evolved into a prominent player across various industries, including defence, energy, and construction. The company is renowned for its innovative solutions in solar energy, aerospace, and chemical manufacturing, setting it apart with a commitment to sustainability and technological advancement. With a strong presence in Asia, North America, and Europe, Hanwha has achieved significant milestones, such as becoming one of the world's largest solar energy providers. Its core products, including advanced solar panels and defence systems, are distinguished by their quality and cutting-edge technology. Hanwha's market position is bolstered by its dedication to research and development, making it a trusted name in the global marketplace.
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Industry Benchmark
Hanwha's score of 20 is lower than 64% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Hanwha's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Hanwha's total carbon emissions amounted to approximately 4.68 billion kg CO2e, comprising about 3.93 billion kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 753.7 million kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data for this year. For the previous year, 2023, Hanwha reported total emissions of approximately 7.87 million kg CO2e globally, with Scope 1 emissions at about 21.4 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 47.4 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching about 7.45 billion kg CO2e. Hanwha has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as per the available data, and there are no climate pledges reported. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that these figures are independently reported by Hanwha. Overall, Hanwha's commitment to addressing carbon emissions remains a critical aspect of its sustainability strategy, although specific reduction initiatives and targets are currently unspecified.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 15,749,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 45,102,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Hanwha's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Hanwha's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 76% last year and increased by approximately 90% since 2021, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 44% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Hanwha's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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.
Hanwha 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.
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