Nippon Paper Industries Co., Ltd., a leading player in the global paper and pulp industry, is headquartered in Japan. Established in 1949, the company has grown to become a significant force in the production of various paper products, including newsprint, printing paper, and packaging materials. With major operations across Japan and a presence in international markets, Nippon Paper Industries is renowned for its commitment to sustainability and innovation. The company’s core offerings include high-quality paper products and environmentally friendly solutions, setting it apart in a competitive landscape. Notable achievements include advancements in recycling technologies and a strong focus on reducing carbon emissions. As a key contributor to the industry, Nippon Paper Industries continues to enhance its market position through strategic initiatives and a dedication to excellence.
How does Nippon Paper Industries'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.
Mean score of companies in the Paper Products 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.
Nippon Paper Industries's score of 26 is higher than 57% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Nippon Paper Industries reported total carbon emissions of approximately 4,310,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 3,830,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 460,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce greenhouse gas emissions (Scope 1 and 2) by 54% by 2030 compared to 2013 levels. This target was revised in May 2023, reflecting a strong commitment to sustainability. Looking ahead, Nippon Paper Industries has set a long-term goal of achieving carbon neutrality by 2050. This strategy includes initiatives such as CO2 absorption through forest management, the adoption of carbon-free fuels, and the implementation of carbon capture, utilisation, and storage (CCUS) technologies. The company's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organisation, indicating that these figures are independently reported. Nippon Paper Industries continues to focus on reducing its carbon footprint while enhancing its operational efficiency in the paper industry.
Access structured emissions data, company-specific emission factors, and source documents
| 1990 | 2006 | 2007 | 2008 | 2009 | 2010 | 2013 | 2014 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 9,180,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Scope 2 | - | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Scope 3 | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 Paper Industries 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.

