Sanyo Special Steel
Sanyo Special Steel Co., Ltd., commonly referred to as Sanyo Steel, is a leading manufacturer in the special steel industry, headquartered in Japan. Established in 1932, the company has built a strong reputation for producing high-quality steel products, particularly in the automotive and machinery sectors. With operational facilities across Japan and a growing presence in international markets, Sanyo Steel is renowned for its innovative approach to steel manufacturing. The company’s core offerings include a diverse range of special steels, such as alloy steels and tool steels, which are distinguished by their superior strength and durability. Sanyo Steel's commitment to research and development has positioned it as a key player in the global market, achieving notable milestones in product quality and customer satisfaction. With a focus on sustainability and technological advancement, Sanyo Steel continues to set industry standards while meeting the evolving needs of its clients.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Sanyo Special Steel's score of 24 is higher than 84% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Sanyo Special Steel's reported carbon emissions
As of 2022, Sanyo Special Steel reported total carbon emissions of approximately 180,287,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 4,709,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 175,578,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. This indicates a significant engagement in emissions management across all scopes, particularly in Scope 3, which encompasses indirect emissions from the supply chain and product use. In recent years, Sanyo Special Steel has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, although specific reduction targets have not been publicly detailed. The company is classified as "Committed" to near-term reduction targets, reflecting its intention to address climate change proactively. However, it has not yet committed to a net-zero target. The emissions intensity of Sanyo Special Steel's operations has varied, with reported CO2 emissions per tonne of crude steel at approximately 640,000 kg in 2012, decreasing to about 389 kg CO2e per tonne in 2021. This trend suggests ongoing efforts to enhance operational efficiency and reduce emissions intensity. Overall, Sanyo Special Steel's climate commitments and emissions data highlight its role in the iron and steel sector's transition towards more sustainable practices, although further clarity on specific reduction initiatives and long-term goals would enhance its sustainability profile.
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Add to project| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 210,537,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 255,722,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 222,305,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Sanyo Special Steel is committed to some reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
