Korea Refractories Co., Ltd
Korea Refractories Co., Ltd. (KRC), headquartered in South Korea, is a leading player in the refractories industry, specialising in high-performance materials for various sectors, including steel, non-ferrous metals, and cement. Founded in 1962, KRC has established itself as a trusted provider of innovative refractory solutions, with a strong presence in both domestic and international markets. The company offers a diverse range of core products, including shaped and unshaped refractories, which are renowned for their durability and thermal resistance. KRC's commitment to research and development has led to significant advancements in refractory technology, positioning it as a market leader. With a focus on sustainability and efficiency, Korea Refractories Co., Ltd. continues to achieve notable milestones, reinforcing its reputation as a pioneer in the industry.
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How does Korea Refractories Co., 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.
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Korea Refractories Co., Ltd's score of 10 is lower than 69% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Korea Refractories Co., Ltd's reported carbon emissions
In 2020, Korea Refractories Co., Ltd reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,830,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes about 666,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and approximately 1,164,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has shown a slight decrease in emissions from 2018, when total emissions were about 1,952,000,000 kg CO2e, and from 2019, which recorded approximately 1,878,000,000 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, Korea Refractories Co., Ltd has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing their carbon footprint. The absence of documented climate pledges or SBTi (Science Based Targets initiative) commitments suggests that the company may still be in the early stages of formalising its climate strategy. As the industry increasingly focuses on sustainability, it is crucial for companies like Korea Refractories to establish clear climate commitments and reduction targets to align with global efforts to mitigate climate change.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 687,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,265,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - |
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Korea Refractories Co., 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.
