Lotte Corporation, commonly referred to as Lotte, is a prominent South Korean conglomerate headquartered in Seoul, South Korea (KR). Founded in 1967, Lotte has established itself as a key player in various industries, including food and beverage, retail, and tourism. The company operates extensively across Asia, with significant presence in Japan, China, and Southeast Asia. Lotte is renowned for its diverse range of products and services, particularly in the confectionery sector, where its unique offerings, such as Lotte Choco Pie, have gained immense popularity. The corporation has achieved notable milestones, including the expansion of its retail operations through Lotte Mart and Lotte Department Store, solidifying its market position as a leading retailer in the region. With a commitment to innovation and quality, Lotte continues to enhance its brand reputation and consumer loyalty across multiple sectors.
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In 2023, Lotte reported total carbon emissions of approximately 318,030 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 656,600 kg CO2e for Scope 2. The company has shown a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed. Over the years, Lotte's emissions have varied, with notable figures from previous years including approximately 224,250 kg CO2e in Scope 1 and about 80,188,000 kg CO2e in Scope 2 for 2020. In 2021, emissions were approximately 198,540 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 92,843,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. Lotte's emissions profile indicates a focus on managing both direct emissions (Scope 1) and indirect emissions from energy consumption (Scope 2). However, there is no available data on Scope 3 emissions or any specific climate pledges, which suggests a potential area for future commitment and transparency. Overall, while Lotte has made strides in tracking its emissions, further clarity on reduction targets and initiatives would enhance its sustainability narrative.
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2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 132,500,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
Scope 2 | 76,320,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
Scope 3 | 51,620,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - | - |
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Lotte 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.