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Kanematsu

Kanematsu Corporation, established in 1889, is a prominent player in the global trading and investment industry, headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. With a strong presence in Asia, North America, and Europe, Kanematsu operates across various sectors, including metals, machinery, chemicals, and food products. The company is renowned for its diverse portfolio, which includes unique offerings in steel trading and advanced materials, setting it apart in a competitive market. Over the years, Kanematsu has achieved significant milestones, solidifying its reputation as a reliable partner in international trade. With a commitment to innovation and sustainability, Kanematsu continues to enhance its market position, contributing to various industries while fostering long-term relationships with clients and stakeholders.

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56

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Other Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

23

Industry Benchmark

Kanematsu's score of 56 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Kanematsu's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Kanematsu Corporation reported carbon emissions of approximately 8.8 million tonnes CO2e for Scope 1 and 17.8 million tonnes CO2e for Scope 2, totalling about 26.6 million tonnes CO2e when combined with Scope 3 emissions, which were not specified for this year. In 2023, the company recorded emissions of about 9.5 million tonnes CO2e for Scope 1, 18.8 million tonnes CO2e for Scope 2, and approximately 28.3 million tonnes CO2e for Scope 3, resulting in a total of around 28.6 million tonnes CO2e. The 2022 figures showed a similar trend, with Scope 1 emissions at about 9.8 million tonnes CO2e, Scope 2 at 19.7 million tonnes CO2e, and Scope 3 at approximately 29.5 million tonnes CO2e, leading to a total of around 29.5 million tonnes CO2e. Kanematsu has set a significant climate commitment to achieve carbon neutrality by 2025, encompassing all scopes of emissions. This long-term target reflects the company's dedication to reducing its carbon footprint and contributing to global climate goals. The company has been actively working towards this objective since 2023, aiming for substantial reductions across its operations. Overall, Kanematsu's emissions data and climate commitments illustrate a proactive approach to sustainability, with a clear focus on achieving net-zero emissions in the near future.

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Scope 1
9,200,000
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Scope 2
18,600,000
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Scope 3
27,800,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Kanematsu's primary industry is Other services (93), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Kanematsu is headquartered in JP, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Kanematsu 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.

SBTi
CDP
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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