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updated 8 months ago

Kawasaki Kasei Chemicals Ltd. Sustainability Profile

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Kawasaki Kasei Chemicals Ltd., a prominent player in the chemical industry, is headquartered in Japan (JP) and operates extensively across Asia and beyond. Founded in 1943, the company has established itself as a leader in the production of high-quality chemical products, particularly in the fields of synthetic resins, adhesives, and specialty chemicals. Kawasaki Kasei Chemicals is renowned for its innovative solutions that cater to diverse industries, including automotive, electronics, and construction. Their commitment to research and development has led to the creation of unique products that enhance performance and sustainability. With a strong market position, the company continues to achieve notable milestones, reinforcing its reputation as a trusted partner in the global chemical market.

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47

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Chemicals 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

Kawasaki Kasei Chemicals Ltd.'s score of 47 is higher than 71% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Kawasaki Kasei Chemicals Ltd.'s reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Air Water Inc.

Kawasaki Kasei Chemicals Ltd., headquartered in Japan (JP), currently does not report specific carbon emissions data, as indicated by the absence of emissions figures in kg CO2e. The company is a current subsidiary of Air Water Inc., which may influence its climate-related initiatives and reporting. While there are no documented reduction targets or climate pledges from Kawasaki Kasei Chemicals Ltd., it is important to note that emissions data and performance metrics may be inherited from its parent company, Air Water Inc. This relationship suggests that any climate commitments or emissions reductions may align with the broader strategies of Air Water Inc., although specific details are not provided. As a participant in the chemical industry, Kawasaki Kasei Chemicals Ltd. is likely to be influenced by industry standards and expectations regarding carbon emissions and sustainability practices. However, without specific data or commitments, the company's current climate impact and future goals remain unclear.

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201920202021202220232024
Scope 1
264,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
0,000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 2
1,322,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
Scope 3
-
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Kawasaki Kasei Chemicals Ltd.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Kawasaki Kasei Chemicals Ltd.'s primary industry is Chemicals, which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Kawasaki Kasei Chemicals Ltd.'s Location?

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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. This request for Kawasaki Kasei Chemicals Ltd. is in JP, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Kawasaki Kasei Chemicals Ltd.'s Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Kawasaki Kasei Chemicals Ltd.'s Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 37% last year and increased by approximately 101% since 2020, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 60% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 61% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Use of Sold Products
61%
Purchased Goods and Services
24%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
7%
Capital Goods
4%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
3%
Employee Commuting
<1%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
<1%
Business Travel
<1%

Kawasaki Kasei Chemicals Ltd.'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.

Kawasaki Kasei Chemicals Ltd. 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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