Kemet Corporation, a prominent player in the electrical machinery and apparatus sector, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1919, Kemet has established itself as a leader in the design and manufacture of capacitors and other electronic components, serving a diverse range of industries including automotive, telecommunications, and consumer electronics.
With a strong focus on innovation, Kemet offers a unique portfolio of products, including tantalum, ceramic, and film capacitors, known for their reliability and performance. The company has achieved significant milestones, including advancements in environmentally friendly manufacturing processes. Kemet's commitment to quality and sustainability has solidified its market position, making it a trusted partner for customers worldwide.
-12 vs industry average
Kemet’s score of 25 is lower than 39% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Electrical Machinery Manufacturing has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Electrical Machinery Manufacturing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 42% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2026
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Kemet's reported carbon emissions
Kemet's latest disclosed carbon emissions data from 2023 indicates a total of approximately 269,781,000 kg CO2e. This total encompasses Scope 1 emissions of about 28,270,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (market-based) of approximately 115,346,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of about 107,622,000 kg CO2e.
In 2022, Kemet reported total emissions of approximately 251,606,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at around 28,368,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at roughly 213,936,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at approximately 9,302,000 kg CO2e. The company has been reporting Scope 1 and 2 emissions since 2019, with the earliest reported figures for Scope 1 and 2 combined being approximately 206,677,000 kg CO2e in 2020.
Kemet's emissions data is cascaded from its parent company, KEMET Corporation. The company's Corporate Sustainability Report highlights greenhouse gas emissions intensity, with Scope 1 and 2 (location-based) emissions intensity reported as 0.000117 kg CO2e per USD in 2023, a decrease from 0.000131 kg CO2e per USD in 2022.
While specific reduction targets for Kemet are not detailed in the provided data, the company is committed to reporting on its environmental performance. Its industry is Electrical machinery and apparatus n.e.c. (31). Kemet has disclosed that Scope 3 emissions data for purchased goods and services is missing.
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Kemet’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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