Kaneka
Kaneka Corporation, headquartered in Japan, is a leading player in the global chemical industry, renowned for its innovative solutions across various sectors. Founded in 1949, the company has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including Asia, Europe, and North America. Specialising in advanced materials, biotechnology, and pharmaceuticals, Kaneka is recognised for its unique products such as high-performance polymers and nutritional supplements. The company’s commitment to research and development has positioned it as a pioneer in sustainable technologies, contributing to its notable achievements in environmental stewardship. With a robust market position, Kaneka continues to drive growth through its diverse portfolio, making significant strides in enhancing quality of life and promoting sustainability worldwide.
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Kaneka's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Kaneka Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,513,000,000 kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 851,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of around 663,000,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling approximately 3,006,000,000 kg CO2e. The combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions amounted to about 1,513,000,000 kg CO2e. Kaneka has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 30% by 2030, relative to 2013 levels. Additionally, the company has accelerated its coal phase-out target from 2030 to 2027, with plans to implement a new gas turbine cogeneration system at its Takasago Manufacturing Site. This initiative is expected to contribute to a 30% reduction in emissions by 2027. Looking further ahead, Kaneka aims to achieve carbon neutrality across its domestic and international subsidiaries by 2050. These commitments reflect the company's proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing its overall carbon footprint.
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| 2013 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,113,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 155,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 214,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Kaneka 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.
