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Nagase And Co

Nagase & Co., Ltd., commonly referred to as Nagase, is a prominent Japanese trading company headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. Established in 1832, Nagase has evolved into a key player in the global market, with significant operations across Asia, Europe, and North America. Specialising in chemicals, materials, and advanced technologies, Nagase offers a diverse range of products and services, including specialty chemicals, electronic materials, and life science solutions. Their commitment to innovation and sustainability sets them apart in the industry. With over 190 years of experience, Nagase has achieved notable milestones, including strategic partnerships and expansions that enhance its market position. The company is recognised for its expertise in providing tailored solutions that meet the unique needs of its clients, solidifying its reputation as a leader in the trading sector.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Nagase And Co'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.

36

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Construction Work 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.

19

Industry Benchmark

Nagase And Co's score of 36 is higher than 96% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Nagase And Co's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Nagase And Co, headquartered in Japan, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 5,671,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 2 sources combined. This includes 31,199,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 25,611,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company also disclosed significant Scope 3 emissions, amounting to approximately 4,074,262,000 kg CO2e, which primarily stem from purchased goods and services, upstream transportation, and distribution. Over the years, Nagase has shown a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint. In 2019, the company reported a total of about 3,064,973,000 kg CO2e in Scope 3 emissions, indicating a substantial increase in emissions over the following years. However, specific reduction targets have not been detailed in the available data. Nagase And Co is committed to near-term climate action, although it has not set a net-zero target as of now. The company is actively engaged in sustainability initiatives within the trading and distribution sector, aiming to enhance its environmental performance.

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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Nagase And Co's primary industry is Construction work (45), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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. Nagase And Co 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.

Nagase And Co is committed to some 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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