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Kuraray Co., Ltd., commonly known as Kuraray, is a leading global specialty chemical company headquartered in Japan, with its significant European operations based in Hattersheim am Main, Germany. Founded in 1926, the company has grown into a major player in the chemicals sector, renowned for its innovative approach to material science.
As a pioneer in advanced materials and synthetic fibres, Kuraray offers a comprehensive portfolio including high-performance polymers, resins, and medical products. Its distinct solutions, such as PVOH (Poval), EVOH (EVAL™), and thermoplastic elastomers, are developed through extensive research and development. This commitment to innovation firmly establishes Kuraray's market position as a provider of sustainable and cutting-edge solutions across various industries.
3
DitchCarbon score
-29 vs industry average
Kuraray’s score of 3 is lower than 10% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Very High
Chemicals is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
0.523
20182025
The Chemicals industry has reduced its overall emissions by 19% since 2018
Reported emissions
No reported emissions data is available for Kuraray yet.
Kuraray's reported carbon emissions
Kuraray, headquartered in Germany (DE), currently does not have available carbon emissions data for the most recent year. As a result, specific figures regarding their total emissions, including Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions, are not provided.
Additionally, there are no documented reduction targets or climate pledges from Kuraray at this time. The company has not reported any initiatives or commitments related to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate-related frameworks.
In the absence of specific emissions data and reduction commitments, it is important to note that Kuraray's climate strategy may still be evolving within the context of industry standards and expectations for corporate sustainability.
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Kuraray’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
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Carbon Disclosure Project
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The Climate Pledge
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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