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Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing
JP
updated a month ago

Paltac Corporation Sustainability Profile

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Paltac Corporation, a leading player in the Japanese consumer goods sector, is headquartered in Osaka, Japan. Established in 1947, the company has grown to become a prominent distributor of a wide range of products, including personal care, household items, and health-related goods. With a strong operational presence across Japan and significant influence in the Asian market, Paltac has consistently delivered innovative solutions tailored to consumer needs. Renowned for its commitment to quality, Paltac offers unique products that stand out in the competitive landscape. The company has achieved notable milestones, including strategic partnerships and expansions that have solidified its market position. As a trusted name in the industry, Paltac Corporation continues to set benchmarks in product excellence and customer satisfaction.

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36

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing 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.

31

Industry Benchmark

Paltac Corporation's score of 36 is higher than 56% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

56%

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Paltac Corporation's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Paltac Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 6,213,704,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 3,262,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of around 20,234,000 kg CO2e, and a significant contribution from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled approximately 6,190,208,000 kg CO2e. Notably, the largest components of Scope 3 emissions were from purchased goods and services, accounting for about 5,523,521,000 kg CO2e, and end-of-life treatment of sold products, which contributed approximately 581,197,000 kg CO2e. Comparatively, in 2022, Paltac's total emissions were about 52,189,000 kg CO2e, indicating a substantial increase in emissions in 2023. The breakdown for 2022 included Scope 1 emissions of approximately 3,267,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of around 18,514,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of about 30,408,000 kg CO2e. Paltac Corporation has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments. The company is a current subsidiary of MediPal Holdings Corporation, which may influence its emissions reporting and climate strategies. However, no specific SBTi (Science Based Targets initiative) reduction targets or climate pledges have been identified in the available data. Overall, Paltac's emissions profile highlights the significant impact of its supply chain and operational activities, particularly within Scope 3 emissions, which warrant further attention in future sustainability efforts.

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20192020202120222023
Scope 1
3,722,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 2
22,441,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 3
-
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
0,000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Paltac Corporation's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Paltac Corporation's primary industry is Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Paltac Corporation's Location?

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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 Paltac Corporation is in JP, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Paltac Corporation's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Paltac Corporation's Scope 3 emissions, which increased significantly last year and increased significantly since 2020, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 89% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2023
Purchased Goods and Services
89%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
9%
Capital Goods
<1%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%
Business Travel
<1%
Downstream Leased Assets
<1%

Paltac Corporation'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.

Paltac Corporation 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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