Matsushita Co., Ltd., also known as Matsushita Paper, is a prominent player in the paper manufacturing industry, headquartered in Japan (JP). Established in 1946, the company has evolved significantly, marking key milestones in innovation and sustainability within the sector. Matsushita operates primarily in Asia, with a strong presence in various international markets. Specialising in high-quality paper products, Matsushita offers a diverse range of solutions, including printing paper, packaging materials, and specialty papers. Their commitment to eco-friendly practices and advanced technology sets them apart in a competitive landscape. Recognised for their excellence, Matsushita has garnered a solid market position, contributing to the advancement of sustainable paper production.
How does Matsushita Co., Ltd.'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.
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Matsushita Co., Ltd.'s score of 13 is lower than 67% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2006, Matsushita Co., Ltd. reported significant carbon emissions totalling approximately 5,300,000,000 kg CO2e across all scopes. This includes about 2,210,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which are direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, and around 1,970,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, representing indirect emissions from the generation of purchased electricity, steam, heating, and cooling. Additionally, Scope 3 emissions amounted to approximately 1,130,000,000 kg CO2e, encompassing various categories such as purchased goods and services (about 1,300,000,000 kg CO2e) and waste generated in operations (approximately 30,000,000 kg CO2e). Despite the substantial emissions figures, there are currently no publicly disclosed reduction targets or climate pledges from Matsushita Co., Ltd. This indicates a potential area for improvement in their climate commitments, especially in the context of increasing global pressure for companies to set science-based targets and enhance sustainability practices.
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Scope 1 | 2,210,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 1,970,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 1,130,000,000 |
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Matsushita Co., Ltd. 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.