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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Shin-Etsu Chemical's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Shin-Etsu Chemical reported total carbon emissions of approximately 17,752,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 2,242,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 4,266,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 10,866,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company's Scope 3 emissions are notably significant, comprising the majority of their total emissions. In 2022, Shin-Etsu's emissions were approximately 6,613,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2 combined, with Scope 3 emissions reaching about 11,139,000,000 kg CO2e. The trend shows a slight increase in emissions across all scopes from 2021, where total emissions were around 6,081,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2, and 10,315,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. Despite these figures, there are currently no publicly disclosed reduction targets or climate pledges from Shin-Etsu Chemical. The company has not specified any initiatives aimed at reducing its carbon footprint, which places it in a challenging position within the industry as global pressure mounts for companies to commit to substantial climate action.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,111,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 4,163,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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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.
