Nof Corporation, commonly referred to as Nof, is a prominent player in the Japanese chemical industry, headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. Founded in 1949, Nof has established itself as a leader in the development and production of high-quality chemical products, particularly in the fields of adhesives, coatings, and functional materials. With a strong operational presence across Asia and beyond, Nof is renowned for its innovative solutions that cater to diverse sectors, including automotive, electronics, and construction. The company’s commitment to research and development has led to significant milestones, enhancing its market position and reputation for excellence. Nof's unique offerings, characterised by their advanced technology and sustainability focus, set them apart in a competitive landscape, making them a trusted partner for businesses seeking reliable chemical solutions.
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In 2023, Nof reported total carbon emissions of approximately 191,320,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 44,400,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 78,200,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 19,132,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. This represents a significant focus on emissions from purchased goods and services, waste generated in operations, and end-of-life treatment of sold products. Over the years, Nof has shown a trend of reducing its total emissions, with a notable decrease from approximately 375,000,000 kg CO2e in 2014 to 287,000,000 kg CO2e in 2022. This reduction reflects ongoing efforts to improve energy efficiency and lower carbon intensity in operations. Despite the absence of specific reduction targets or commitments to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), Nof continues to engage in various sustainability initiatives aimed at minimising its carbon footprint. The company remains committed to enhancing its environmental performance, aligning with industry standards for climate action.
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2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 179,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 166,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 25,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Nof 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.