Mitsui Chemicals
Mitsui Chemicals, Inc., a leading player in the global chemical industry, is headquartered in Japan (JP) and operates extensively across Asia, Europe, and the Americas. Founded in 1912, the company has established itself as a pioneer in various sectors, including petrochemicals, performance materials, and healthcare products. Mitsui Chemicals is renowned for its innovative core offerings, such as advanced polymers and specialty chemicals, which are distinguished by their high performance and sustainability. The company has achieved significant milestones, including strategic partnerships and expansions that bolster its market position. With a commitment to research and development, Mitsui Chemicals continues to drive advancements in materials science, solidifying its reputation as a trusted supplier in diverse industries.
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Mitsui Chemicals's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Mitsui Chemicals, headquartered in Japan (JP), reported total carbon emissions of approximately 4,502,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising about 3,545,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 957,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050. To progress towards this goal, Mitsui Chemicals has pledged to reduce its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 40% by fiscal 2030, relative to 2013 levels. The emissions data for 2021 indicates a total of approximately 4,873,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 3,595,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 531,000,000 kg CO2e. Notably, in 2021, the company also reported Scope 3 emissions of about 10,808,000,000 kg CO2e, highlighting the significant impact of its supply chain and product lifecycle. Mitsui Chemicals' commitment to sustainability is further underscored by its long-term strategy, which includes a declaration made in November 2020 to become carbon neutral by 2050. This commitment encompasses all scopes of emissions, reflecting a comprehensive approach to tackling climate change. The company is actively working towards these targets, with progress monitored against its near-term goal of a 40% reduction by 2030.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 4,260,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,460,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 10,294,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | - |
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