Kobe Steel Sustainability Profile
Kobe Steel, officially known as Kobe Steel, Ltd., is a prominent Japanese company headquartered in Kobe, Japan. Established in 1905, it has evolved into a key player in the steel and engineering industries, with significant operations across Asia, North America, and Europe. The company is renowned for its production of high-quality steel products, aluminium, and copper, as well as its advanced machinery and engineering solutions. Kobe Steel's commitment to innovation is evident in its development of unique materials and technologies that cater to various sectors, including automotive, construction, and energy. With a strong market position, the company has achieved notable milestones, such as pioneering environmentally friendly manufacturing processes. As a trusted name in the industry, Kobe Steel continues to contribute to sustainable development while maintaining its reputation for excellence.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Kobe Steel's score of 54 is higher than 78% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Kobe Steel's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Kobe Steel reported total carbon emissions of approximately 42.4 billion kg CO2e, comprising 14.2 billion kg CO2e from Scope 1, 800 million kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 25.8 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The previous year, 2023, saw total emissions of about 42.7 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 14.7 billion kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 900 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 26.9 billion kg CO2e. Kobe Steel has committed to achieving carbon neutrality by 2050, as outlined in its Medium-Term Management Plan initiated in May 2021. This long-term target encompasses all scopes of emissions, reflecting the company's dedication to addressing climate change comprehensively. The company has consistently disclosed emissions data across all relevant scopes, demonstrating transparency in its environmental impact. As part of its sustainability efforts, Kobe Steel is actively working on initiatives to reduce its carbon footprint, although specific reduction percentages have not been detailed. Overall, Kobe Steel's emissions data and climate commitments highlight its proactive approach to tackling carbon emissions and its long-term vision for sustainability.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Kobe Steel's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Kobe Steel's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 4% last year and decreased by approximately 44% 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 63% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 68% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Kobe Steel'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.
Kobe Steel 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.
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