Jsr
Jsr Corporation, commonly referred to as JSR, is a leading player in the chemical industry, headquartered in Japan (JP). Founded in 1957, the company has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including Asia, Europe, and North America. JSR is renowned for its innovative solutions in synthetic rubber, plastics, and advanced materials, catering primarily to the automotive, electronics, and healthcare sectors. With a commitment to sustainability and cutting-edge technology, JSR's core products, such as high-performance elastomers and specialty chemicals, stand out for their quality and reliability. The company has achieved significant milestones, including advancements in semiconductor materials and eco-friendly products, solidifying its market position as a trusted partner in various industries. JSR continues to drive innovation, making it a pivotal force in the global chemical landscape.
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Industry Benchmark
Jsr's score of 41 is higher than 68% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Jsr's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, JSR Corporation reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 220,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for about 741,000,000 kg CO2e. In 2023, the company recorded similar figures, with total emissions of about 218,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions at approximately 437,000,000 kg CO2e. The data indicates a consistent focus on Scope 3 emissions, which are often the most challenging to manage. JSR has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for "effectively net zero" greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. This long-term target encompasses all scopes of emissions. In the near term, the company has established interim targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 30% by FY2030, using FY2020 as the baseline. Additionally, JSR has committed to a 42% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by FY2030 from a FY2023 base year, as part of its Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) commitments. The emissions data and reduction targets are cascaded from JSR Corporation, which operates as a current subsidiary. The company is actively working towards its climate goals, demonstrating a commitment to sustainability within the chemicals sector.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 397,763,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | - |
| Scope 2 | 259,969,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - |
| Scope 3 | 629,484,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Jsr is participating in some 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.
