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Chemicals
JP
updated 3 hours ago

Shin Etsu Polymer Co

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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.

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36

Industry Average

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22

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Shin Etsu Polymer Co's score of 36 is higher than 60% 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., headquartered in Japan, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 495,600,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 900,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 61,100,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling around 433,600,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions breakdown reveals major contributions from purchased goods and services (approximately 286,400,000 kg CO2e) and end-of-life treatment of sold products (about 76,200,000 kg CO2e). Comparatively, in 2022, the company reported total emissions of about 584,900,000 kg CO2e, indicating a reduction of approximately 89,300,000 kg CO2e year-on-year. This reduction is part of their broader commitment to achieving carbon neutrality by 2050, as outlined in their long-term roadmap initiated in 2023. The company aims to address climate change risks and promote sustainability across all scopes of emissions. Shin Etsu Polymer Co. is a current subsidiary of Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd., which influences its emissions data. The emissions data reported is cascaded from the parent company, reflecting the corporate family's commitment to sustainability and climate action.

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20162017201820192020202120222023
Scope 1
2,800
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0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
000,000
Scope 2
64,700
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 3
151,400
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
00,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000

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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. This request for Shin Etsu Polymer Co is in JP, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Shin Etsu Polymer Co 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.

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