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Ishihara Sangyo Kaishaltd Sustainability Profile

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Ishihara Sangyo Kaisha, Ltd., commonly referred to as ISK, is a prominent Japanese company headquartered in Japan. Established in 1887, ISK has evolved into a key player in the chemical industry, specialising in the production of high-quality pigments, resins, and specialty chemicals. With a strong presence in Asia, Europe, and North America, the company has consistently delivered innovative solutions tailored to various sectors, including coatings, plastics, and printing. Renowned for its commitment to sustainability and advanced technology, ISK's core products, such as organic pigments and functional materials, stand out for their exceptional performance and environmental compatibility. Over the years, the company has achieved significant milestones, solidifying its market position as a trusted supplier in the global chemical landscape.

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35

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Business Services 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.

29

Industry Benchmark

Ishihara Sangyo Kaishaltd's score of 35 is higher than 60% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Ishihara Sangyo Kaishaltd's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Ishihara Sangyo Kaisha, Ltd. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,065,600,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 479,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 24,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 566,600,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions breakdown reveals that purchased goods and services account for about 483,620,000 kg CO2e, while capital goods contribute approximately 24,110,000 kg CO2e. Comparatively, in 2022, the company recorded total emissions of about 498,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 2 combined, with Scope 1 emissions at 476,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 22,000,000 kg CO2e. The data indicates a slight increase in emissions from 2022 to 2023, particularly in Scope 3 emissions. Ishihara Sangyo Kaisha has not set specific reduction targets or climate pledges, and there are no documented initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate frameworks. The company’s emissions data is not cascaded from a parent organization, indicating that it operates independently in its reporting and climate commitments. Overall, while Ishihara Sangyo Kaisha, Ltd. has made strides in emissions reporting, the absence of reduction targets highlights an area for potential improvement in their climate strategy.

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20192020202120222023
Scope 1
471,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 2
20,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 3
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000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Ishihara Sangyo Kaishaltd's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Ishihara Sangyo Kaishaltd's primary industry is Business Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Ishihara Sangyo Kaishaltd'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 Ishihara Sangyo Kaishaltd is in JP, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Ishihara Sangyo Kaishaltd's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 53% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 85% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2023
Purchased Goods and Services
85%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
9%
Capital Goods
4%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Business Travel
<1%

Ishihara Sangyo Kaishaltd'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.

Ishihara Sangyo Kaishaltd 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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