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 carbon emissions of approximately 318,030 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 656,600 kg CO2e from Scope 2. This reflects a slight increase in Scope 1 emissions compared to 2022, where they were approximately 317,360 kg CO2e. The Scope 2 emissions also saw an increase from about 457,990 kg CO2e in the previous year. Over the years, Lotte's emissions have fluctuated. In 2021, the company recorded approximately 198,540 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 92,843,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. The total emissions for Scope 1 and 2 combined in 2021 were approximately 296,120 kg CO2e. In 2020, Lotte's emissions were approximately 224,250 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 80,188,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, with an additional 5,219,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. Despite these figures, Lotte has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. The company continues to monitor and report its emissions, reflecting its engagement with climate accountability, but lacks defined strategies for significant emissions reduction at this time.
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Add to project2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 393,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
Scope 2 | 63,765,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - | - |
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Lotte is not committed to any 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.