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Nippon Paper Industries

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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.

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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.

26

Industry Average

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.

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Industry Benchmark

Nippon Paper Industries's score of 26 is higher than 58% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Nippon Paper Industries's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Nippon Paper Industries reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 5,300,000,000 kg CO2e, encompassing both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. For the previous year, 2023, the company disclosed Scope 1 emissions of about 3,830,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 460,000,000 kg CO2e in Japan. This indicates a total of about 4,290,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2 combined in that year. Nippon Paper Industries has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 54% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by FY2030 compared to FY2013 levels. This target was revised in May 2023, reflecting the company's commitment to significant emissions reductions. Additionally, the company aims to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050 through various strategies, including CO2 absorption by forests and the adoption of carbon-free fuels and carbon capture, utilisation, and storage (CCUS). The company has also established interim targets, such as reducing fossil energy use by 30% and per-unit CO2 emissions from fossil energy consumption by 25% compared to fiscal 1990 levels, both set for completion by 2015. These initiatives demonstrate Nippon Paper Industries's proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint.

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9,180,000,000
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Scope 3
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0,000,000
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Nippon Paper Industries's primary industry is Paper and paper products, which is high 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. This request for Nippon Paper Industries is in JP, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Nippon Paper Industries 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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