Nippon Chemical Industrial Co., Ltd.
Nippon Chemical Industrial Co., Ltd., commonly referred to as Nippon Chemical, is a leading player in the chemical manufacturing industry, headquartered in Japan. Established in 1949, the company has built a strong reputation for its innovative solutions across various sectors, including pharmaceuticals, agriculture, and industrial chemicals. With a robust operational presence in Asia and beyond, Nippon Chemical focuses on producing high-quality chemical products, such as specialty chemicals and agrochemicals, that stand out for their efficacy and sustainability. The company has achieved significant milestones, including advancements in eco-friendly formulations, positioning itself as a market leader in environmentally responsible practices. Nippon Chemical's commitment to research and development has led to numerous accolades, reinforcing its status as a trusted partner in the global chemical market.
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Nippon Chemical Industrial Co., Ltd.'s reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Nippon Chemical Industrial Co., Ltd. reported significant carbon emissions, totalling approximately 190,722,000 kg CO2e, all of which fall under Scope 3 emissions. This includes emissions from purchased goods and services (about 145,798,000 kg CO2e), upstream transportation and distribution (approximately 21,202,000 kg CO2e), and other categories such as capital goods and waste generated in operations. For the previous year, 2022, the company disclosed emissions of about 212,874,000 kg CO2e across all scopes, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 12,505,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at around 5,402,000 kg CO2e. In 2021, total emissions were approximately 264,573,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 and 2 emissions at about 13,351,000 kg CO2e and 5,071,000 kg CO2e, respectively. Nippon Chemical has set ambitious reduction targets, aiming for a 23% decrease in CO2 emissions from both Scope 1 and Scope 2 by 2030, starting from 2020 levels. The company is focusing on leveraging renewable energy sources and adopting decarbonisation technologies at its production sites to achieve these goals. Overall, Nippon Chemical is actively working to address its carbon footprint and enhance its sustainability practices in line with industry standards.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 11,998,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - |
| Scope 2 | 5,866,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - |
| Scope 3 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Nippon Chemical Industrial Co., Ltd. is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
