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 reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Nippon Shokubai Co. reported total carbon 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 indicates a substantial reliance on upstream activities, particularly in purchased goods and services, which accounted for 1,462,000,000 kg CO2e. Over the years, Nippon Shokubai has maintained consistent emissions levels, with Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions remaining at 840,000,000 kg CO2e each from 2014 to 2018. However, in 2019, they reported a notable reduction in Scope 1 emissions to 748,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions to 164,000,000 kg CO2e, reflecting a shift towards more efficient operations. Despite these figures, Nippon Shokubai has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. Their emissions intensity has been reported at approximately 450 kg CO2e per tonne, indicating a focus on improving operational efficiency. Overall, while Nippon Shokubai has demonstrated some progress in managing its emissions, the lack of formal reduction targets suggests an opportunity for further commitment to climate action and sustainability within the chemical industry.
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| 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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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Nippon Shokubai Co 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.
