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Kobelco Wire Company, Ltd.

Kobelco Wire Company, Ltd., a prominent player in the wire manufacturing industry, is headquartered in Japan (JP) and operates extensively across Asia and beyond. Established in 1907, the company has achieved significant milestones, including advancements in wire technology and production efficiency. Specialising in high-quality steel wire products, Kobelco offers a diverse range of solutions, including wire for construction, automotive, and industrial applications. Their commitment to innovation and quality sets them apart in a competitive market. With a strong reputation for reliability and performance, Kobelco Wire Company has solidified its position as a leader in the wire industry, consistently meeting the evolving needs of its global clientele.

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How does Kobelco Wire Company, Ltd.'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.

26

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Iron and Steel Production industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

14

Industry Benchmark

Kobelco Wire Company, Ltd.'s score of 26 is higher than 90% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Kobelco Wire Company, Ltd.'s reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Kobelco Wire Company, Ltd. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 14,700,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 900,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions, including 209,000,000 kg CO2e from capital goods and 18,480,000,000 kg CO2e from the use of sold products. In 2022, the company recorded similar emissions, with Scope 1 at about 14,700,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 810,000,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions included 144,000,000 kg CO2e from capital goods and 17,696,000,000 kg CO2e from the use of sold products. For 2021, emissions were slightly higher, with Scope 1 at approximately 15,300,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 810,000,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions were also substantial, with 113,000,000 kg CO2e from capital goods and 21,478,000,000 kg CO2e from the use of sold products. Despite these figures, Kobelco Wire Company has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. The company continues to monitor and report its emissions across all three scopes, aligning with industry standards for transparency in climate action.

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202120222023
Scope 1
15,300,000,000
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Scope 2
810,000,000
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000,000,000
Scope 3
31,363,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Kobelco Wire Company, Ltd.'s primary industry is Basic iron and steel and of ferro-alloys and first products thereof, which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Kobelco Wire Company, Ltd. is headquartered in JP, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Kobelco Wire Company, Ltd. 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero

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