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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How does Kobe Steel'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.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Kobe Steel's score of 40 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Kobe Steel's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Kobe Steel reported total carbon emissions of approximately 15600 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions accounting for the entirety of this figure. Notably, Scope 2 emissions were recorded at 0 kg CO2e, while Scope 3 emissions totalled about 61200 kg CO2e. This indicates a significant reliance on upstream activities, particularly in the use of sold products, which contributed approximately 18480000000 kg CO2e. Over the years, Kobe Steel has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint. In 2022, the company reported total emissions of about 15600000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 14700000000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 810000000 kg CO2e. The company has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges, indicating a potential area for future focus. Kobe Steel's emissions data reflects a broader industry context where steel production is a significant contributor to global carbon emissions. The company’s ongoing efforts to monitor and report emissions are crucial as it navigates the challenges of climate change and seeks to align with global sustainability goals.
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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 |
| Scope 2 | - | 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 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Kobe Steel 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.
