Nippon Shokubai Co Sustainability Profile
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 3,426,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 612,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of around 164,000,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling approximately 2,650,000,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions breakdown includes capital goods (49,000,000 kg CO2e), purchased goods and services (1,462,000,000 kg CO2e), and end-of-life treatment of sold products (1,798,000,000 kg CO2e). Nippon Shokubai has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 30% from 2014 levels by 2030. Additionally, the company is committed to achieving carbon neutrality across all scopes by 2050, recognising climate change as a critical social issue. These targets reflect a strategic transformation towards environmental sustainability, aligning with global climate initiatives. The emissions data is sourced directly from Nippon Shokubai Co., Ltd., with no cascaded data from parent or related organisations.
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| 2014 | 2016 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | 0,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - |
| Scope 2 | - | 000,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - |
| Scope 3 | - | 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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Nippon Shokubai Co's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Nippon Shokubai Co's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 1% last year and increased significantly since 2016, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Their carbon footprint includes supplier sustainability and value chain emissions data across Scope 3 categories, with "End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 52% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Nippon Shokubai Co's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Nippon Shokubai Co has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
