Kuraray
Kuraray Co., Ltd., a leading global manufacturer headquartered in Japan, has established itself as a key player in the chemical industry since its founding in 1926. With a strong presence in Asia, Europe, and the Americas, Kuraray focuses on innovative solutions across various sectors, including healthcare, automotive, and textiles. The company is renowned for its advanced materials, such as PVA (polyvinyl alcohol) and ethylene-vinyl alcohol copolymer (EVOH), which are integral to numerous applications due to their unique properties. Kuraray's commitment to sustainability and innovation has positioned it as a market leader, achieving significant milestones in product development and environmental stewardship. With a robust portfolio of core products and a dedication to quality, Kuraray continues to drive progress in the global marketplace.
DitchCarbon Score
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Kuraray's score of 21 is higher than 91% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Kuraray's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Kuraray reported significant carbon emissions, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 1,144,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at about 1,555,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching approximately 3,230,000,000 kg CO2e. This brings their total Scope 1 and 2 emissions to around 2,700,000,000 kg CO2e. Kuraray has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 30% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. To achieve this target, the company plans to invest approximately 80 billion Japanese Yen in greenhouse gas (GHG) emission reduction initiatives. Furthermore, Kuraray is committed to reaching net zero carbon emissions by 2050. In 2019, their total Scope 3 emissions were reported at about 946,000,000 kg CO2e, highlighting the significant impact of their supply chain and product lifecycle on overall emissions. As part of their sustainability strategy, Kuraray is actively working to address these emissions through various initiatives and investments.
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| 2019 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,310,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,921,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 0,000,000,000 |
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Kuraray is committed to some 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.
