Pola Orbis Holdings Inc., commonly known as Pola Orbis, is a prominent player in the chemicals nec industry, headquartered in Japan. Founded in 1946, the company has established itself as a leader in the development and distribution of high-quality cosmetics and skincare products, primarily operating across Asia and expanding its reach globally.
Pola Orbis is renowned for its innovative formulations and commitment to research and development, offering a diverse range of products that cater to various consumer needs. Their unique approach combines traditional Japanese beauty principles with cutting-edge technology, setting them apart in a competitive market. With a strong market position and notable achievements in sustainability and product efficacy, Pola Orbis continues to shape the future of the cosmetics industry.
-8 vs industry average
Pola Orbis’s score of 22 is lower than 40% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Chemicals is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Chemicals industry has reduced its overall emissions by 19% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2026
Reported emissions
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Pola Orbis's reported carbon emissions
Pola Orbis, a Japanese company operating in the Chemicals nec sector, is committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050. In line with this long-term ambition, the company has set science-based targets.
For the fiscal year 2023, Pola Orbis reported Scope 1 and 2 emissions totalling approximately 5.75 million kg CO2e.
In 2022, the company's total emissions, encompassing Scope 1, 2, and 3, were approximately 227.45 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 and 2 emissions accounting for about 6.7 million kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions for approximately 220.75 million kg CO2e.
Looking at 2021, Pola Orbis reported Scope 1 emissions of about 2.13 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 5.85 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of around 207.95 million kg CO2e, resulting in a total of approximately 215.93 million kg CO2e for that year.
In 2020, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 2.4 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions were about 7.2 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions were around 210.98 million kg CO2e, totalling approximately 220.58 million kg CO2e.
Pola Orbis has committed to reducing its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 42% by 2029, using 2019 as a base year. Furthermore, the company aims to reduce its absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 30% within the same timeframe. These near-term targets are aligned with a 1.5°C warming scenario. The company's reporting shows that for Scope 1 and 2, emissions intensity per unit of revenue in JPY was approximately 0.0000447 tonnes CO2e in 2022.
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Pola Orbis’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
1 goal2050
Aiming for net-zero emissions by 2050
Aiming for net-zero emissions by 2050
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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