Kobe Steel
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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Kobe Steel's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Kobe Steel reported total carbon emissions of approximately 26,967,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 14,700,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 900,000,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions, notably from the use of sold products at about 18,480,000,000 kg CO2e. The total emissions for 2022 were slightly lower at approximately 26,873,000,000 kg CO2e, with similar distributions across the scopes. Kobe Steel has committed to achieving carbon neutrality by 2050, as outlined in its Medium-Term Management Plan for Fiscal 2021–2023. This long-term goal encompasses all scopes of emissions, reflecting the company's dedication to addressing its carbon footprint comprehensively. The company has disclosed emissions data across all relevant scopes (1, 2, and 3) and has demonstrated a proactive approach to sustainability, although specific reduction targets in terms of percentage have not been detailed. The emissions data is sourced directly from Kobe Steel, Ltd., with no cascading from a parent organization.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | 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 |
| Scope 3 | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Kobe Steel 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.
