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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Jsr's score of 30 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, JSR Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 34000000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 186000000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 741000000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. This reflects their ongoing commitment to sustainability and climate action. JSR has set a long-term goal to achieve net zero emissions by 2050, with efforts commencing in 2023. This ambitious target encompasses all scopes of emissions, demonstrating their dedication to reducing their carbon footprint across the entire value chain. In previous years, JSR's emissions have shown fluctuations, with 2016 global emissions recorded at 431489000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 571764000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and 651608000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). Their emissions in Japan for the same year were significantly lower, with Scope 1 at 27476000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 171034000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 16641000 kg CO2e. JSR's commitment to sustainability is further evidenced by their participation in various climate initiatives, although they have not yet established near-term science-based targets. The company continues to focus on reducing emissions and enhancing energy efficiency as part of their broader environmental strategy.
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2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 431,489,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 571,764,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 651,608,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Jsr is committed to some reduction initiatives 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.