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.
How does Idemitsu Kosan Global's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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Idemitsu Kosan Global's score of 34 is higher than 82% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Idemitsu Kosan Global reported total carbon emissions of approximately 131,257,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 13,487,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 473,000,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions, primarily from the use of sold products, which accounted for about 117,297,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has disclosed emissions data across all three scopes, demonstrating a comprehensive approach to carbon accounting. Comparatively, in 2022, total emissions were about 138,038,000,000 kg CO2e, indicating a slight reduction in emissions year-on-year. The breakdown for 2022 included Scope 1 emissions of approximately 13,900,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of around 559,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 3 emissions also significant. Despite these figures, Idemitsu Kosan Global has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The absence of documented reduction targets suggests a need for further commitment to climate action within the industry context. Overall, Idemitsu Kosan Global's emissions data reflects its operational impact, with a clear need for enhanced strategies to address carbon emissions and align with global climate goals.
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2013 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | 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 | 000,000,000,000 |
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Idemitsu Kosan Global is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.