Kaneka Sustainability Profile
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 1,106,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of around 277,000,000 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 1,383,000,000 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 plans to accelerate its coal phase-out by three years, targeting completion by 2027, which is expected to contribute to a 30% reduction in emissions. Furthermore, Kaneka aims for carbon neutrality across its domestic and international subsidiaries by 2050. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, and all figures are reported directly from Kaneka Corporation.
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| 2013 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,545,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 474,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 |
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Kaneka'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.
Kaneka 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.
