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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.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Mitsui Kinzoku'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.

30

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Salt and Mineral Mining 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.

16

Industry Benchmark

Mitsui Kinzoku's score of 30 is higher than 86% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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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 were 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 similar emissions figures, with total emissions in Japan remaining undisclosed, while global emissions included 1,720,000 kg CO2e across all scopes. Notably, Mitsui Kinzoku has not set specific reduction targets or climate pledges, indicating a potential area for future commitment in line with industry standards for climate action. Overall, while Mitsui Kinzoku has made strides in emissions reporting, the absence of defined reduction initiatives suggests an opportunity for enhanced climate commitments moving forward.

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Scope 1
1,720,000
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Scope 2
1,720,000
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Scope 3
1,720,000
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Mitsui Kinzoku's primary industry is Chemical and fertilizer minerals, salt and other mining and quarrying products n.e.c., which is low 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. Mitsui Kinzoku is headquartered in JP, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

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.

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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