Public Profile

Nippon Paper Industries

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.

DitchCarbon Score

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.

60

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.

14

Industry Benchmark

Nippon Paper Industries's score of 60 is higher than 99% 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 2023, Nippon Paper Industries reported total carbon emissions of approximately 6,000,000,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 categories. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions accounted for about 6,000,000,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions were approximately 6,800,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalled around 6,133,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed. The absence of documented reduction targets suggests that while Nippon Paper Industries acknowledges the importance of climate action, it may not have formalised its strategies within the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) framework or other structured climate pledges. Overall, Nippon Paper Industries is actively monitoring its emissions across various scopes, reflecting an awareness of its environmental impact, but further clarity on specific reduction commitments would enhance its climate strategy.

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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
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-
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
Scope 2
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00,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
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-
000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
Scope 3
-
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
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-
-
-
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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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 medium 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. Nippon Paper Industries is headquartered in JP, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Nippon Paper Industries is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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

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