Kurita
Kurita Water Industries Ltd., commonly known as Kurita, is a leading player in the water treatment and chemical industry, headquartered in Japan (JP). Established in 1949, the company has made significant strides in providing innovative solutions for water treatment, process chemicals, and advanced materials. With a strong presence in Asia, Europe, and North America, Kurita serves a diverse range of sectors, including semiconductor manufacturing, power generation, and food processing. The company is renowned for its core products, such as water treatment chemicals and systems, which are distinguished by their high efficiency and sustainability. Kurita's commitment to research and development has positioned it as a market leader, achieving notable milestones in environmental stewardship and technological advancement. With a focus on delivering tailored solutions, Kurita continues to enhance its reputation as a trusted partner in the global water treatment landscape.
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Kurita's score of 32 is higher than 95% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Kurita's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Kurita Water Industries Ltd. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 235,000,000 kg CO2e in Japan and about 250,000,000 kg CO2e globally. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by FY2050. For near-term targets, Kurita is committed to reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 80% by FY2030, using FY2019 as the baseline. Additionally, it aims to cut absolute Scope 3 emissions—specifically from purchased goods and services, use of sold products, and downstream leased assets—by 30% within the same timeframe. Long-term, Kurita targets a 90% reduction in both Scope 1 and 2 emissions and Scope 3 emissions by FY2050, again referencing FY2019 as the base year. These targets include land-related emissions and removals from bioenergy feedstocks, aligning with industry standards for climate action. Overall, Kurita's commitment reflects a proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint in the electrical equipment and machinery sector.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 10,000 | 0,000 | - |
| Scope 2 | 26,000 | 00,000 | - |
| Scope 3 | 2,569,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Kurita 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.
