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.
How does Sekisui Chemical'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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Sekisui Chemical's score of 52 is higher than 90% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Sekisui Chemical reported total carbon emissions of approximately 4,340,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 3,757,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 400,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 3,757,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Notably, 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 achieve a 30% reduction in Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. The company has also pledged to transition to 100% renewable electricity for all purchased power by 2030 and aims for zero greenhouse gas emissions across all scopes by 2050. These commitments align with the 1.5°C target set by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), reflecting Sekisui Chemical's dedication to sustainable practices and climate action.
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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 | - | 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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