Mitsui Kinzoku Sustainability Profile
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 reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Mitsui Kinzoku reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,720,000,000 kg CO2e globally, with specific emissions breakdowns of 1,712,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 1,720,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 6,468,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. In Japan, the company’s emissions totalled about 1,424,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 763,264,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 660,736,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. Mitsui Kinzoku has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for carbon neutrality (net zero emissions) by FY2050 for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. This long-term target was established in 2023, reflecting the company's commitment to reducing its carbon footprint significantly. Additionally, the company is focused on enhancing energy efficiency at its manufacturing sites to further decrease CO2 emissions in the near term, specifically from 2023 to 2025. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, and all figures are reported directly by Mitsui Kinzoku. The company is actively working towards its climate goals while maintaining transparency in its emissions reporting.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 0,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000 |
| Scope 3 | 20,636,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000 |
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Mitsui Kinzoku's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Mitsui Kinzoku has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
