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 2024, Shin-Etsu Chemical reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 23,260,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, about 4,443,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and around 12,096,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. The combined total for Scope 1 and 2 emissions was about 6,776,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net zero greenhouse gas emissions for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 by 2050. This long-term target was established in 2023 and reflects Shin-Etsu's commitment to sustainability. Additionally, the company aims to reduce emissions intensity by 45% relative to 1990 levels by FY2025, with specific targets of 57.0% for the Shin-Etsu Group and 53.4% for Shin-Etsu Chemical. Shin-Etsu's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that the reported figures are independently sourced from Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd. The company continues to focus on reducing its carbon footprint while maintaining transparency in its sustainability efforts.
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| 2014 | 2015 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,553,000,000 | 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 |
| Scope 2 | 3,024,000,000 | 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 |
| Scope 3 | 4,423,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Shin-Etsu Chemical is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
