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.
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Nippon Paper Industries's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Nippon Paper Industries reported total carbon emissions of approximately 4,310,000,000 kg CO2e in Japan, comprising about 3,830,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 460,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. For the global emissions in the same year, the total was about 6,000,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2 combined. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 54% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions (Scope 1 and 2) by FY2030 compared to FY2013 levels. This target was revised in May 2023, reflecting a strong commitment to sustainability. Additionally, Nippon Paper Industries 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). Historically, the company has also targeted a 30% reduction in fossil energy use per product by 2015 compared to fiscal 1990 levels, alongside a 25% reduction in per-unit CO2 emissions from fossil energy consumption over the same period. Overall, Nippon Paper Industries is actively working towards significant emissions reductions and long-term sustainability goals, positioning itself as a responsible player in the paper industry.
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| 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 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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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.
