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Shin Etsu Polymer Co

Shin Etsu Polymer Co., Ltd., commonly referred to as Shin Etsu Polymer, is a leading player in the polymer industry, headquartered in Japan. Established in 1950, the company has made significant strides in the development and manufacturing of high-performance silicone products, serving diverse sectors such as automotive, electronics, and healthcare. With operational facilities across Asia, including Japan and other major regions, Shin Etsu Polymer is renowned for its innovative solutions, including silicone sealants, adhesives, and coatings. These products are distinguished by their exceptional durability and versatility, catering to the evolving needs of modern industries. Recognised for its commitment to quality and sustainability, Shin Etsu Polymer has solidified its market position as a trusted supplier, achieving notable milestones in product development and customer satisfaction.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Shin Etsu Polymer Co'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.

32

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 Polymer Co's score of 32 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 Polymer Co's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Shin Etsu Polymer Co reported total carbon emissions of approximately 495,600,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 900,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 61,100,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 433,600,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions breakdown reveals major contributions from purchased goods and services (286,400,000 kg CO2e) and end-of-life treatment of sold products (76,200,000 kg CO2e). Over the years, the company has seen fluctuations in its emissions, with a notable increase from 584,900,000 kg CO2e in 2022 and 407,000,000 kg CO2e in 2021. Despite these figures, there are currently no publicly disclosed reduction targets or climate pledges from Shin Etsu Polymer Co, indicating a potential area for improvement in their climate commitments. The company has reported emissions data across all three scopes, demonstrating transparency in its environmental impact. However, the absence of specific reduction initiatives or targets suggests that Shin Etsu Polymer Co may need to enhance its climate strategy to align with industry standards and expectations.

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201720182019202120222023
Scope 1
1,400
0,000
0,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
000,000
Scope 2
66,900
00,000
00,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 3
178,700
000,000
000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Shin Etsu Polymer Co'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 Polymer Co 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 Polymer Co 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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