Ritek Sustainability Profile
Ritek Corporation, commonly known as Ritek, is a leading player in the optical storage media industry, headquartered in Taiwan (TW). Founded in 1988, Ritek has established itself as a prominent manufacturer of a diverse range of products, including recordable optical discs, flash memory, and data storage solutions. With a strong presence in Asia, Europe, and North America, the company has achieved significant milestones, including advancements in high-capacity storage technologies. Ritek's core offerings, such as DVD, Blu-ray, and CD media, are distinguished by their reliability and innovative design, catering to both consumer and professional markets. The company is recognised for its commitment to quality and sustainability, positioning itself as a trusted name in the data storage sector. With a robust market position, Ritek continues to drive technological advancements, solidifying its reputation as a pioneer in the optical media landscape.
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Ritek's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Ritek reported total carbon emissions of approximately 481,238 kg CO2e, comprising about 145,125 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and about 336,113 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This marks a significant increase from 2022, when total emissions were about 288,763 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 12,165 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at about 276,598 kg CO2e. Ritek has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data, and there are currently no specific reduction targets or climate pledges outlined in their reports. The company does not appear to have cascaded any emissions data from a parent or related organization, as indicated by their independent reporting structure. Overall, Ritek's emissions data reflects their operational impact, but the absence of reduction initiatives or targets suggests a need for enhanced climate commitments moving forward.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 125,517.97 | 00,000.00 | 00,000.00 | 00,000.0 | 000,000.0 |
| Scope 2 | 50,075,669.43 | 00,000,000.00 | 00,000,000.00 | 000,000.0 | 000,000.0 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - |
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Ritek'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.
Ritek 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.
