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Hanwha Solutions Sustainability Profile

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Hanwha Solutions Corporation, a prominent player in the global energy and materials sector, is headquartered in South Korea (KR). Founded in 2018, the company has rapidly established itself as a leader in solar energy solutions, advanced materials, and chemical products. With a strong presence in Asia, Europe, and North America, Hanwha Solutions is committed to sustainability and innovation. The company’s core offerings include high-efficiency solar modules, eco-friendly materials, and cutting-edge chemical solutions, all designed to meet the evolving needs of its customers. Hanwha Solutions is recognised for its commitment to quality and technological advancement, positioning itself as a key contributor to the renewable energy landscape. Notable achievements include significant investments in solar technology and a robust portfolio that underscores its market leadership.

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30

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Chemicals industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

23

Industry Benchmark

Hanwha Solutions's score of 30 is higher than 55% 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 Solutions's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Hanwha Solutions, headquartered in South Korea (KR), reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 4.68 billion kg CO2e. This figure includes about 3.93 billion kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and approximately 753.7 million kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions by 35% compared to 2018 levels by the year 2030, as part of its 2050 Net Zero Roadmap. In 2023, Hanwha Solutions recorded total emissions of about 4.57 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 3.79 billion kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions around 785.1 million kg CO2e. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data for the years reported. The reduction targets are classified as absolute and apply to both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Hanwha Solutions is committed to achieving these targets as part of its broader sustainability strategy, which is aligned with industry standards for climate action. The company has not inherited emissions data from any parent organization, ensuring that its reported figures are independently verified.

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Scope 2
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Scope 3
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How Carbon Intensive is Hanwha Solutions's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Hanwha Solutions's primary industry is Chemicals, which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Hanwha Solutions's Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Hanwha Solutions is in KR, which we do not have grid emissions data for.

Hanwha Solutions's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Hanwha Solutions's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 1% last year and increased by approximately 52% since 2019, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 73% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 71% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2023
Purchased Goods and Services
71%
Investments
24%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
2%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
1%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%
Employee Commuting
<1%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
<1%
Downstream Leased Assets
<1%
Capital Goods
<1%

Hanwha Solutions'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 Solutions 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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