Sekisui Chemical Co., Ltd., headquartered in Japan, is a leading player in the chemical industry, renowned for its innovative solutions across various sectors. Founded in 1947, the company has established a strong presence in regions including Asia, North America, and Europe, focusing on advanced materials, housing, and environmental solutions. With a diverse portfolio that includes high-performance plastics, medical devices, and construction materials, Sekisui Chemical distinguishes itself through its commitment to sustainability and cutting-edge technology. The company has achieved notable milestones, such as pioneering developments in polymer chemistry and expanding its global footprint through strategic acquisitions. Recognised for its market leadership, Sekisui Chemical continues to drive growth and innovation, positioning itself as a trusted partner in addressing contemporary challenges in the chemical sector.
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In 2023, Sekisui Chemical, headquartered in Japan, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 4,340,000,000 kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 3,757,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of around 400,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions also at approximately 3,757,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions, committing to a 50% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using 2019 as the base year. Additionally, Sekisui aims to increase its annual sourcing of renewable electricity from 0.35% in FY2019 to 100% by FY2030. For Scope 3 emissions, Sekisui has pledged to achieve a 30% reduction by 2030, focusing on emissions from purchased goods and services, waste generated in operations, use of sold products, and end-of-life treatment of sold products. Furthermore, the company has set a long-term goal of achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across all scopes by 2050. These commitments align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Sekisui Chemical's dedication to addressing climate change and reducing its environmental impact.
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2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 187,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 708,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 48,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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