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updated a month ago

Hd Hyundai Heavy Industries Sustainability Profile

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Hyundai Heavy Industries Co., Ltd. (HHI), headquartered in Ulsan, South Korea (KR), stands as a global leader in the heavy industry sector. Founded in 1972, HHI has established itself as a powerhouse in shipbuilding, offshore engineering, and industrial machinery, with significant operations across Asia, Europe, and the Americas. The company is renowned for its innovative core products, including large container ships, drilling rigs, and eco-friendly marine solutions, which set it apart in a competitive market. HHI's commitment to technological advancement and sustainability has earned it a prominent position, making it one of the largest shipbuilders in the world. With numerous accolades and a strong reputation for quality, Hyundai Heavy Industries continues to shape the future of the heavy industry landscape.

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48

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Machinery and Equipment 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

Hd Hyundai Heavy Industries's score of 48 is higher than 69% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Hd Hyundai Heavy Industries's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, HD Hyundai Heavy Industries reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 247,370,642,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across all three scopes: Scope 1 emissions were about 2,862,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions were approximately 4,424,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions accounted for a significant 247,370,642,000 kg CO2e. The total emissions for Scope 1 and 2 combined reached about 7,286,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious reduction targets, aiming for a 33% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 compared to business-as-usual (BAU) levels, with a baseline of 31,902 tonnes CO2e. This target reflects their commitment to mitigating climate impact and aligns with industry standards for greenhouse gas reduction. HD Hyundai Heavy Industries has disclosed emissions data and reduction initiatives, demonstrating transparency in their climate commitments. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that the figures are independently reported. The company continues to explore additional measures to further reduce greenhouse gas emissions, building on previous targets set for 2021, which aimed for a 15% reduction from 2015 levels. Overall, HD Hyundai Heavy Industries is actively working towards significant emissions reductions while maintaining transparency in their reporting practices.

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Scope 1
448,400,000
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0,000,000
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0,000,000
Scope 2
569,199,000
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0,000,000
00,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
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00,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000,000
000,000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Hd Hyundai Heavy Industries's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Hd Hyundai Heavy Industries's primary industry is Machinery and equipment n.e.c. (29), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Hd Hyundai Heavy Industries'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 Hd Hyundai Heavy Industries is in KR, which we do not have grid emissions data for.

Hd Hyundai Heavy Industries's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Hd Hyundai Heavy Industries's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 8% last year and increased significantly since 2020, 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 47% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2023
Use of Sold Products
47%
Purchased Goods and Services
3%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%
Capital Goods
<1%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Investments
<1%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
<1%
Business Travel
<1%

Hd Hyundai Heavy Industries'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.

Hd Hyundai Heavy Industries 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
Reduction Actions

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