Kemet
Kemet Corporation, often referred to simply as Kemet, is a leading global manufacturer of capacitors, headquartered in the United States. Established in 1919, the company has evolved significantly, marking key milestones in the electronics industry, particularly in the development of advanced capacitor technologies. Kemet operates primarily in North America, Europe, and Asia, focusing on the production of tantalum, ceramic, and film capacitors. Their core products are distinguished by high reliability and performance, catering to diverse applications in automotive, industrial, and consumer electronics. With a strong market position, Kemet has garnered recognition for its innovative solutions and commitment to quality, making it a trusted partner for engineers and manufacturers worldwide. The company continues to lead in capacitor technology, driving advancements that meet the demands of modern electronic systems.
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Kemet's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Kemet's total carbon emissions amounted to approximately 269,781,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 28,270,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 115,346,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions (market-based), and 107,622,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The previous year, 2022, saw total emissions of about 251,606,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 28,368,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 213,936,000 kg CO2e (location-based), and Scope 3 at 9,302,000 kg CO2e. Kemet has disclosed emissions data for all three scopes (1, 2, and 3) for the years 2021 to 2023. Notably, the company has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or commitments to frameworks such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The emissions data for Kemet is cascaded from its parent company, KEMET Corporation, which is the source of the reported figures. This corporate relationship highlights Kemet's alignment with broader sustainability efforts within its corporate family. Overall, while Kemet has made strides in transparency regarding its emissions, the lack of defined reduction targets suggests an area for potential improvement in its climate commitments.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 24,523,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 211,534,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Kemet is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
