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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How does Kaneka's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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Industry Benchmark
Kaneka's score of 19 is higher than 90% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Kaneka's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Kaneka, headquartered in Japan, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,884,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 480,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 600,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 2,884,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a commitment to transparency in their emissions reporting, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed. Historically, Kaneka's emissions have shown fluctuations, with significant emissions recorded in previous years, such as 1,550,000,000 kg CO2e in 2013. The company has not established specific science-based targets for emissions reduction, indicating a potential area for future commitment. Kaneka's emissions intensity has been tracked, with a notable decrease in emissions intensity over the years, suggesting ongoing efforts to improve efficiency in their operations. However, without formal reduction targets or pledges, the company's long-term climate strategy remains unclear. Overall, while Kaneka has made strides in emissions reporting and efficiency, the absence of defined reduction targets highlights an opportunity for enhanced climate action and commitment to sustainability.
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| 2007 | 2008 | 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | 2013 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 950,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 125,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 225,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 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 |
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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.
Kaneka is not committed to any 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.
