Nippon Shokubai Co
Nippon Shokubai Co., Ltd., a leading chemical manufacturer, is headquartered in Belgium and operates extensively across Asia, Europe, and North America. Founded in 1941, the company has established itself as a key player in the chemical industry, specialising in the production of superabsorbent polymers, catalysts, and other advanced materials. Nippon Shokubai is renowned for its innovative approach to chemical solutions, particularly in the fields of environmental sustainability and energy efficiency. The company’s core products, including its proprietary acrylic acid and catalysts, are distinguished by their high performance and reliability, catering to diverse applications in various industries. With a strong market position, Nippon Shokubai has achieved significant milestones, including advancements in eco-friendly technologies and a commitment to reducing carbon footprints, solidifying its reputation as a forward-thinking leader in the chemical sector.
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Nippon Shokubai Co's score of 24 is higher than 96% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Nippon Shokubai Co's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Nippon Shokubai Co reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 4,000,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 612,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 164,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 3,426,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This represents a notable increase in Scope 3 emissions compared to previous years, indicating a growing focus on upstream and downstream activities. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 42% by 2030, using 2020 as the base year. This target has been approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflects a commitment to align with the 1.5°C climate goal. Additionally, Nippon Shokubai is dedicated to measuring and reducing its Scope 3 emissions, which encompass a wide range of indirect emissions from its value chain. Overall, Nippon Shokubai's emissions data and climate commitments highlight its proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint in the chemical industry.
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Add to project| 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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| Scope 1 | 840,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 840,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,370,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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