Public Profile

Kawase Plastic Industry

Kawase Plastic Industry Co., Ltd., commonly referred to as Kawase, is a leading player in the plastic manufacturing sector, headquartered in Japan. Established in the early 1970s, the company has made significant strides in producing high-quality plastic products, primarily serving the automotive, electronics, and packaging industries. With a strong operational presence across Asia and beyond, Kawase is renowned for its innovative approach to plastic solutions, including custom moulding and advanced polymer technologies. The company’s commitment to sustainability and quality has positioned it as a trusted partner for businesses seeking reliable plastic components. Notable achievements include numerous industry awards for excellence in manufacturing and a robust portfolio of patented products that set it apart in a competitive market.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Kawase Plastic Industry'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.

6

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.

6

Industry Benchmark

Kawase Plastic Industry's score of 6 is lower than 80% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Kawase Plastic Industry's reported carbon emissions

Kawase Plastic Industry, headquartered in Japan, has not publicly disclosed any recent carbon emissions data. However, the company has made significant climate commitments aimed at reducing its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Specifically, Kawase Plastic Industry has set a target to reduce its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by approximately 46% by the year 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. This target has been validated through the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and aligns with the necessary reductions to limit global warming to 1.5°C. In addition to its Scope 1 and Scope 2 commitments, Kawase Plastic Industry is also focused on measuring and reducing its Scope 3 emissions, which encompass indirect emissions from the value chain. These initiatives reflect the company's proactive approach to addressing climate change and its commitment to sustainability within the chemicals sector.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Kawase Plastic Industry's primary industry is Chemicals nec, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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. Kawase Plastic Industry is headquartered in JP, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

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.

Kawase Plastic Industry 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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