Kureha Corporation
Kureha Corporation, a prominent player in the materials and chemicals industry, is headquartered in Japan (JP) and operates extensively across Asia, Europe, and North America. Founded in 1944, Kureha has established itself as a leader in the development of innovative products, particularly in the fields of advanced materials and pharmaceuticals. The company is renowned for its unique offerings, including polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) and specialty chemicals, which are integral to various applications such as batteries, electronics, and medical devices. Kureha's commitment to research and development has led to significant milestones, positioning it as a trusted partner in the global market. With a strong focus on sustainability and cutting-edge technology, Kureha Corporation continues to drive advancements that meet the evolving needs of its diverse clientele.
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Kureha Corporation's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Kureha Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 442,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 355,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which are direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, and 38,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, representing indirect emissions from the generation of purchased electricity, steam, heating, and cooling. Additionally, Scope 3 emissions, which encompass all other indirect emissions in the value chain, amounted to about 490,000,000 kg CO2e. Comparatively, in 2019, Kureha's total emissions were approximately 393,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 356,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 31,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 6,000,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a significant increase in total emissions over the three-year period. Kureha Corporation has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. There are no reported Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) reduction targets or other formal climate pledges. The company’s emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that all reported figures are directly from Kureha Corporation. Overall, Kureha Corporation's emissions profile highlights the need for enhanced climate strategies to address the increasing trend in carbon emissions, particularly in Scope 3 categories.
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| 2017 | 2019 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 363,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 34,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 7,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Kureha Corporation is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
