Sanyo Chemical Group, a prominent player in the chemical industry, is headquartered in Japan and operates extensively across Asia and beyond. Founded in 1946, the company has established itself as a leader in the production of high-performance materials, including specialty chemicals and polymers. With a commitment to innovation, Sanyo Chemical Group offers unique products such as functional polymers and fine chemicals, which cater to diverse sectors including automotive, electronics, and healthcare. The company’s focus on sustainability and advanced technology has positioned it favourably in the market, earning recognition for its contributions to eco-friendly solutions. Notable achievements include significant advancements in polymer technology, reinforcing Sanyo Chemical Group's reputation as a trusted partner in the global chemical landscape.
How does Sanyo Chemical Group's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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Sanyo Chemical Group's score of 17 is lower than 68% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Sanyo Chemical Group reported total emissions of approximately 2.7 billion kg CO2e, comprising about 310.4 million kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 2 emissions combined, and approximately 2.7 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This marks a slight increase in Scope 3 emissions from about 2.6 billion kg CO2e in 2022, while Scope 1 and 2 emissions decreased from approximately 318.3 million kg CO2e in the previous year. Sanyo Chemical Group has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The company’s emissions data is not cascaded from a parent organization, indicating that these figures are independently reported. The company continues to focus on sustainability and reducing its carbon footprint, although specific strategies or commitments have not been detailed in the available data.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 164,993,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - | - |
| Scope 2 | - | - | 000,000 | - | - | - |
| Scope 3 | 5,606,828,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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.
Sanyo Chemical Group 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.

