Polyplastics Co., Ltd., headquartered in Japan, is a leading player in the advanced materials industry, specialising in engineering plastics and polymer solutions. Founded in 1964, the company has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including Asia, Europe, and North America. Polyplastics is renowned for its innovative core products, such as DURANEX® PBT and TAFMER® thermoplastic elastomers, which are distinguished by their superior performance and versatility across various applications. The company’s commitment to research and development has positioned it as a market leader, consistently delivering high-quality materials that meet the evolving needs of industries like automotive, electronics, and consumer goods. With a focus on sustainability and technological advancement, Polyplastics continues to achieve notable milestones, reinforcing its reputation as a trusted partner in the global materials market.
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In 2024, Polyplastics Co., Ltd., headquartered in Japan, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 678,000,000 kg CO2e, encompassing Scope 1 and 2 emissions. This figure represents an increase from 2023, where emissions were about 633,000,000 kg CO2e, and from 2022, which recorded approximately 639,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has shown a trend of fluctuating emissions over the past several years, with 2021 emissions at about 650,000,000 kg CO2e and 2020 at approximately 524,000,000 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, Polyplastics has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives related to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The absence of such commitments may indicate a need for further development in their climate strategy. The emissions data is cascaded from their parent company, Daicel Corporation, reflecting their current subsidiary relationship. Overall, while Polyplastics has made strides in reporting emissions, the lack of defined reduction targets suggests an opportunity for enhanced climate action and commitment to sustainability in the future.
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| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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.
Polyplastics 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.