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Lotte Chemical Corporation

Lotte Chemical Corporation, a leading player in the global petrochemical industry, is headquartered in South Korea (KR). Founded in 1976, the company has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including Asia, Europe, and North America. Lotte Chemical focuses on producing a diverse range of high-quality products, including polymers, chemicals, and advanced materials, which are integral to various industries such as automotive, electronics, and packaging. With a commitment to innovation and sustainability, Lotte Chemical has achieved significant milestones, including advancements in eco-friendly production processes. The company is recognised for its robust market position, consistently ranking among the top petrochemical firms worldwide. Its unique offerings, characterised by superior performance and environmental responsibility, set Lotte Chemical apart in a competitive landscape.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Lotte Chemical 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.

26

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Plastic production industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Industry Benchmark

Lotte Chemical Corporation's score of 26 is higher than 55% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Lotte Chemical Corporation's reported carbon emissions

Lotte Chemical Corporation, headquartered in South Korea (KR), has set ambitious climate commitments despite the absence of recent carbon emissions data. The company has pledged to reduce its absolute greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 23% across both Scope 1 and Scope 2 by 2028, using 2019 as the baseline year. Additionally, Lotte aims to achieve a similar 23% reduction in Scope 3 emissions, specifically from fuel and energy-related activities, within the same timeframe. Furthermore, Lotte Chemical is committed to ensuring that 80% of its suppliers, measured by emissions from purchased goods and services, capital goods, and upstream transportation and distribution, will have established Science-Based Targets (SBTs) by 2027. These targets align with the company's commitment to keeping global warming well below 2°C, reflecting a proactive approach to climate action in the chemical industry.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Lotte Chemical Corporation's primary industry is Plastics, basic, which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Lotte Chemical Corporation is in KR, which we do not have grid emissions data for.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Lotte Chemical Corporation is participating in some 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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