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.
How does Kureha Corporation'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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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 about 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, such as those aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The company does not appear to have cascaded emissions data from a parent or related organization, indicating that all reported figures are derived directly from Kureha Corporation's own disclosures. Overall, while Kureha Corporation has made strides in reporting its emissions, the absence of defined reduction targets suggests a need for further commitment to climate action within the industry context.
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2017 | 2019 | 2022 | |
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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.