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Shin-Etsu Chemical

Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd., a leading player in the chemical industry, is headquartered in Japan (JP) and operates extensively across Asia, Europe, and North America. Founded in 1926, the company has established itself as a pioneer in silicone products, semiconductor materials, and specialty chemicals, marking significant milestones in innovation and sustainability. Shin-Etsu's core offerings include high-purity silicon wafers, silicone elastomers, and advanced materials for electronics, which are distinguished by their superior quality and performance. The company’s commitment to research and development has positioned it as a market leader, recognised for its contributions to the semiconductor and electronics sectors. With a strong emphasis on customer satisfaction and technological advancement, Shin-Etsu continues to drive growth and maintain its competitive edge in the global market.

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34

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Chemicals industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

14

Industry Benchmark

Shin-Etsu Chemical's score of 34 is higher than 96% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Shin-Etsu Chemical's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Shin-Etsu Chemical reported total carbon emissions of approximately 11,139,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 2,242,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 4,266,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 10,866,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a consistent trend in their emissions reporting, with total emissions remaining stable compared to previous years. In 2022, the company also reported total emissions of about 11,139,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 2,246,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 4,367,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions matching the total emissions figure. The data indicates that Shin-Etsu has been transparent in disclosing emissions across all three scopes, with a notable focus on Scope 3 emissions, which represent a significant portion of their overall carbon footprint. Shin-Etsu has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other formal climate pledges. However, the company continues to monitor and report its emissions, indicating a commitment to sustainability and transparency in its operations. The emissions intensity index relative to 1990 production levels has been noted, suggesting ongoing efforts to improve efficiency, although specific reduction targets have not been outlined. Overall, Shin-Etsu Chemical's emissions data highlights the importance of ongoing monitoring and reporting in the context of global climate commitments, even in the absence of formal reduction targets.

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Scope 1
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0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
Scope 2
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0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
Scope 3
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-
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Shin-Etsu Chemical's primary industry is Chemicals nec, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Shin-Etsu Chemical is headquartered in JP, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Shin-Etsu Chemical is not committed to any 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero

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