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Osaka Soda Sustainability Profile

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Osaka Soda Co., Ltd., commonly referred to as Osaka Soda, is a prominent player in the chemical manufacturing industry, headquartered in Osaka, Japan. Established in 1949, the company has steadily expanded its operations across various regions, solidifying its presence in both domestic and international markets. Specialising in the production of high-quality chemical products, Osaka Soda offers a diverse range of services, including the manufacture of soda ash and other essential chemicals. Their commitment to innovation and sustainability sets them apart, as they continually strive to enhance product quality while minimising environmental impact. With a strong market position, Osaka Soda has achieved notable milestones, including advancements in production technology and a reputation for reliability among clients. Their dedication to excellence has made them a trusted name in the chemical sector, contributing significantly to various industries worldwide.

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25

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Chemicals industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

23

Industry Benchmark

Osaka Soda's score of 25 is lower than 53% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Osaka Soda's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Osaka Soda reported total carbon emissions of approximately 78500000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 393400000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 401400000 kg CO2e from Scope 3, resulting in a combined total of about 873000000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions include significant contributions from purchased goods and services (approximately 263900000 kg CO2e) and fuel and energy-related activities (about 71700000 kg CO2e). Comparatively, in 2022, the company recorded total emissions of approximately 873000000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 79000000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 393000000 kg CO2e. This indicates a slight reduction in total emissions from 2022 to 2023. Osaka Soda has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as there are no documented reduction targets or climate pledges available. The emissions data is sourced directly from Osaka Soda Co., Ltd., with no cascading from a parent or related organization. The company continues to monitor and report its emissions across all relevant scopes, demonstrating a commitment to transparency in its climate impact.

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Scope 1
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00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 2
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000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 3
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000,000,000
000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Osaka Soda's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Osaka Soda's primary industry is Chemicals, which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Osaka Soda's Location?

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Very high
The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Osaka Soda is in JP, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Osaka Soda's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Osaka Soda's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 0% last year and increased by approximately 0% since 2022, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. A significant portion of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 46% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 66% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2023
Purchased Goods and Services
66%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
18%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
13%
Capital Goods
2%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Business Travel
<1%

Osaka Soda'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.

Osaka Soda 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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