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Petroleum Coke
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Idemitsu Kosan Global Sustainability Profile

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Idemitsu Kosan Co., Ltd., commonly known as Idemitsu, is a prominent Japanese company headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. Founded in 1911, Idemitsu has established itself as a leader in the energy and petrochemical industries, with significant operations across Asia, Europe, and North America. The company is renowned for its high-quality lubricants, fuels, and petrochemical products, which are distinguished by their innovative formulations and commitment to sustainability. With a strong market position, Idemitsu has achieved notable milestones, including advancements in renewable energy and a focus on reducing environmental impact. The company’s dedication to research and development has led to unique offerings that cater to diverse industrial needs, solidifying its reputation as a trusted partner in the global energy sector.

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30

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Petroleum Coke 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.

22

Industry Benchmark

Idemitsu Kosan Global's score of 30 is higher than 72% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Idemitsu Kosan Global's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Idemitsu Kosan Global reported total carbon emissions of approximately 24.95 billion kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 1.09 billion kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 1.17 billion kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of around 11.4 billion kg CO2e. The previous year, 2023, saw a total of approximately 25.66 billion kg CO2e, with similar scope breakdowns: about 1.1 billion kg CO2e for Scope 1, 1.17 billion kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 11.4 billion kg CO2e for Scope 3. Idemitsu Kosan has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. The company does not appear to inherit emissions data from any parent organization, and all reported figures are directly from Idemitsu Kosan Co., Ltd. The company’s emissions data reflects its ongoing operations and highlights the significant impact of Scope 3 emissions, primarily from the use of sold products, which constitutes a substantial portion of their total emissions.

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Scope 1
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0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
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00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
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0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
Scope 2
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000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
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0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
Scope 3
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00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
000,000,000,000
000,000,000,000
000,000,000,000
000,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Idemitsu Kosan Global's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Idemitsu Kosan Global's primary industry is Petroleum Coke, which is very high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Idemitsu Kosan Global'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 Idemitsu Kosan Global is in JP, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Idemitsu Kosan Global's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Idemitsu Kosan Global's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 0% last year and decreased by approximately 88% since 2015, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" representing nearly all of their reported Scope 3 footprint.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Use of Sold Products
890%

Idemitsu Kosan Global'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.

Idemitsu Kosan Global 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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