Nippon Paint Holdings Co., Ltd., commonly known as Nippon Paint, is a leading player in the coatings industry, headquartered in Japan (JP). Founded in 1881, the company has established a strong presence across Asia, with significant operations in countries such as China, Singapore, and Malaysia. Specialising in decorative paints, industrial coatings, and automotive finishes, Nippon Paint is renowned for its innovative products that combine quality with sustainability. The company has achieved notable milestones, including being one of the largest paint manufacturers in Asia, and is recognised for its commitment to research and development. With a focus on eco-friendly solutions and advanced technology, Nippon Paint continues to strengthen its market position, making it a trusted choice for consumers and businesses alike.
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In 2023, Nippon Paint Holdings Co., based in Japan, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,280,935,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 16,744,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 24,952,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 1,239,239,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, which encompasses categories such as purchased goods and services (1,021,546,000 kg CO2e) and end-of-life treatment of sold products (49,052,000 kg CO2e). The company has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. However, it is noted that emissions data is cascaded from its parent company, Nippon Paint Holdings Co., Ltd., indicating a structured approach to emissions reporting within its corporate family. Overall, Nippon Paint Holdings Co. is actively engaged in monitoring its carbon footprint across all scopes, reflecting a commitment to transparency in its climate impact, although specific reduction strategies remain unspecified.
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| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 2 | 26,290,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Nippon Paint Holdings Co's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 3% last year and increased by approximately 745% since 2019, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 78% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
Nippon Paint Holdings Co 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.

