Nippon Soda
Nippon Soda Co., Ltd., commonly referred to as Nippon Soda, is a prominent player in the chemical industry, headquartered in Japan. Established in 1920, the company has made significant strides in the production of agrochemicals, fine chemicals, and specialty chemicals, catering to diverse sectors including agriculture and pharmaceuticals. With a strong operational presence across Asia and beyond, Nippon Soda is renowned for its innovative solutions, particularly in crop protection and chemical manufacturing. The company’s commitment to quality and sustainability has positioned it as a leader in the market, achieving notable milestones such as advancements in pesticide formulations. Nippon Soda's unique product offerings, characterised by their efficacy and environmental consideration, continue to set industry standards, solidifying its reputation as a trusted partner in the global chemical landscape.
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Nippon Soda's score of 9 is lower than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Nippon Soda's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Nippon Soda reported total carbon emissions of approximately 254,948,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 54,663,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 149,272,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 254,948,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. This indicates a substantial reliance on indirect emissions, particularly in their supply chain and operational activities. Over the years, Nippon Soda's emissions have fluctuated. For instance, in 2021, the company recorded approximately 135,951,000 kg CO2e in Scope 2 emissions and 52,670,000 kg CO2e in Scope 1. The data shows a trend of increasing emissions in recent years, particularly in Scope 3, which highlights the need for enhanced focus on reducing indirect emissions. Despite the lack of specific reduction targets or climate pledges, the company is positioned within an industry that is increasingly prioritising sustainability and carbon neutrality. As such, Nippon Soda's commitment to addressing its carbon footprint remains crucial in the context of global climate initiatives.
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Add to project| 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 66,097,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 124,502,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 8,504,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 |
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Nippon Soda 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.
