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Nippon Paper Industries Co., Ltd., a leading player in the paper and paper products industry, is headquartered in Japan. Established in 1949, the company has grown to become a significant force in the global market, with operations spanning across Asia and beyond.
Specialising in a diverse range of products, Nippon Paper Industries offers everything from printing and writing paper to packaging materials and specialty paper products. Their commitment to innovation and sustainability sets them apart, as they continually develop eco-friendly solutions that meet the evolving needs of their customers.
With a strong market position, Nippon Paper Industries has achieved notable milestones, including advancements in recycling technologies and a focus on reducing environmental impact. This dedication to quality and sustainability has solidified their reputation as a trusted name in the paper industry.
28
DitchCarbon score
+11 vs industry average
Nippon Paper Industries’s score of 28 is higher than 53% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Very High
Paper Products is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
0.732
20182025
The Paper Products industry has reduced its overall emissions by 29% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
202020212022202320242025202620272028
Reported emissions
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Scope 2
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Nippon Paper Industries's reported carbon emissions
Nippon Paper Industries, a Japanese company in the paper and paper products industry, reported estimated Scope 1 and 2 emissions of 7.4 billion kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions of 5.8 billion kg CO2e for 2025. In 2024, the company's estimated Scope 1 and 2 emissions were 5.3 billion kg CO2e, which is a reduction from 6 billion kg CO2e in 2023 and 6.8 billion kg CO2e in 2022.
Nippon Paper Industries has set several climate commitments. In May 2023, the Group revised its GHG emissions reduction target, aiming to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 54% by 2030, compared to a 2013 baseline. An earlier target aimed to reduce CO2 emissions from fossil energy (Scope 1) by 25% and reduce the use of fossil energy (Scope 2) by 30% by 2015, compared to 1990 levels. The company also aims to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050, utilising approaches such as CO2 absorption by forests, carbon-free fuels, and Carbon Capture, Utilisation, and Storage (CCUS).
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Nippon Paper Industries’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
On track94%
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
At risk48%
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
Behind target22%
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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