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Isu Chemical

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Isu Chemical, officially known as Isu Chemical Co., Ltd., is a prominent player in the chemical industry, headquartered in South Korea (KR). Established in 1969, the company has made significant strides in the production of high-quality chemical products, particularly in the fields of petrochemicals and specialty chemicals. With a strong operational presence across Asia and beyond, Isu Chemical is renowned for its innovative solutions, including advanced polymer materials and eco-friendly chemical products. The company’s commitment to sustainability and technological advancement has positioned it as a leader in the market, earning accolades for its contributions to both industry and environmental stewardship. Isu Chemical continues to thrive, driven by a dedication to quality and customer satisfaction, making it a trusted name in the global chemical landscape.

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19

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.

22

Industry Benchmark

Isu Chemical's score of 19 is lower than 65% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Isu Chemical's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, ISU Chemical reported total carbon emissions of approximately 238,766,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 46,798,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. This marks a slight increase in Scope 1 emissions compared to 2022, where Scope 1 emissions were approximately 225,397,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions were about 45,789,000 kg CO2e. Notably, in 2022, ISU Chemical also disclosed Scope 3 emissions, which totalled approximately 913,100,000 kg CO2e, indicating a comprehensive approach to emissions reporting. ISU Chemical has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 40% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030, with a long-term goal of achieving carbon neutrality by 2050, using 2018 as the baseline year. These targets reflect the company's commitment to addressing its carbon footprint and contributing to global climate goals. The emissions data is sourced directly from ISU Chemical Co., Ltd, with no cascading from a parent or related organization. The company continues to enhance its sustainability initiatives, aligning with industry standards for climate action.

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20192020202120222023
Scope 1
214,133,100
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000,000,000
Scope 2
51,720,800
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00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 3
-
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000,000,000
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Isu Chemical's primary industry is Chemicals nec, which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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 Isu Chemical is in KR, which we do not have grid emissions data for.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Isu Chemical 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.

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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