Mitsui Kinzoku
Mitsui Kinzoku, officially known as Mitsui Mining & Smelting Co., Ltd., is a prominent player in the materials industry, headquartered in Japan. Established in 1950, the company has evolved to become a leader in the production of non-ferrous metals, including copper, zinc, and precious metals, alongside advanced materials for electronics and automotive applications. With major operations across Asia, Europe, and North America, Mitsui Kinzoku is renowned for its innovative approach to resource recycling and sustainable practices. The company’s core offerings, such as high-purity metals and advanced alloy materials, distinguish it in a competitive market, catering to diverse sectors from electronics to automotive manufacturing. Mitsui Kinzoku's commitment to quality and sustainability has solidified its market position, making it a trusted partner for industries seeking reliable and eco-friendly material solutions.
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Mitsui Kinzoku's score of 25 is higher than 87% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Mitsui Kinzoku's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Mitsui Kinzoku reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,424,000,000 kg CO2e in Japan, with Scope 1 emissions at about 763,264,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at around 660,736,000 kg CO2e. Globally, their emissions for the same year totalled approximately 1,720,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising Scope 1 emissions of about 801,520,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 918,480,000 kg CO2e. In 2022, the company disclosed emissions of approximately 1,720,000 kg CO2e across all scopes, indicating a consistent approach to tracking their carbon footprint. However, there are currently no specific reduction targets or initiatives outlined in their climate commitments, which suggests a need for further development in their sustainability strategy. Mitsui Kinzoku's emissions data reflects their ongoing efforts to monitor and report on their carbon emissions, but the absence of defined reduction targets highlights an opportunity for the company to enhance its climate action commitments in line with industry standards.
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| 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,720,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,720,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,720,000 | - |
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Mitsui Kinzoku 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.
