Kurita Sustainability Profile
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 reported carbon emissions
In 2025, Kurita Water Industries Ltd. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,000,000 kg CO2e, with 1,900,000 kg CO2e attributed to Scope 1 emissions and no reported Scope 2 emissions. The previous year, 2024, saw total emissions of about 4,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 1,600,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 3,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. In 2023, Kurita's emissions were approximately 235,000,000 kg CO2e in Japan, with global emissions reported at about 6,000,000 kg CO2e, including 2,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 5,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. Kurita has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 100% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by the fiscal year ending March 31, 2031, and achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by the fiscal year ending March 31, 2051. Additionally, they have committed to reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 80% by FY2030 from a FY2019 base year, and by 90% by FY2050. For Scope 3 emissions, Kurita aims for a 30% reduction by FY2030 and a 90% reduction by FY2050. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Kurita's commitment to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint across its operations.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 9,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 26,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - |
| Scope 3 | 2,569,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | - | - |
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Kurita's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Kurita has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
