KCC Corporation
KCC Corporation, a leading player in the chemical industry, is headquartered in South Korea (KR) and has established a significant presence across Asia and beyond. Founded in 1958, KCC has evolved into a prominent manufacturer of construction materials, paints, and specialty chemicals, consistently innovating to meet the diverse needs of its clients. The company is renowned for its high-quality products, including sealants, adhesives, and coatings, which are distinguished by their durability and performance. KCC's commitment to research and development has positioned it as a market leader, with notable achievements in sustainable practices and eco-friendly solutions. With a strong focus on customer satisfaction and technological advancement, KCC Corporation continues to shape the future of the chemical industry.
DitchCarbon Score
How does KCC Corporation'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
KCC Corporation's score of 20 is higher than 91% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
KCC Corporation's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, KCC Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 638,484,000 kg CO2e, comprising 322,717,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 315,783,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. Additionally, the company disclosed Scope 3 emissions amounting to about 908,032,000 kg CO2e. Over the previous years, KCC's emissions have shown fluctuations, with total emissions recorded at approximately 604,085,000 kg CO2e in 2022, 577,048,000 kg CO2e in 2021, and 540,751,000 kg CO2e in 2020. Notably, the Scope 1 emissions increased from about 279,725,000 kg CO2e in 2020 to 322,717,000 kg CO2e in 2023, while Scope 2 emissions also rose from approximately 261,026,000 kg CO2e in 2020 to 315,783,000 kg CO2e in 2023. Despite these figures, KCC Corporation has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, indicating a potential area for improvement in their climate strategy. The company operates within a global context where many industries are increasingly focusing on reducing their carbon footprints and enhancing sustainability practices.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 279,725,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 261,026,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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KCC Corporation 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.
