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updated 2 months ago

Shin-Etsu Quartz Products Co., Ltd. Sustainability Profile

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Shin-Etsu Quartz Products Co., Ltd., a leading player in the semiconductor and electronics industry, is headquartered in Japan. Established in 1975, the company has made significant strides in the production of high-purity quartz products, essential for various applications, including semiconductor manufacturing and optical devices. With a strong operational presence in Asia and beyond, Shin-Etsu Quartz is renowned for its innovative solutions, such as quartz crucibles and tubes, which are distinguished by their exceptional quality and reliability. The company’s commitment to research and development has solidified its market position, making it a trusted partner for major technology firms globally. Shin-Etsu Quartz continues to set industry standards, reflecting its dedication to excellence and customer satisfaction in the ever-evolving landscape of advanced materials.

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How does Shin-Etsu Quartz Products Co., Ltd.'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.

40

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Glass Products 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.

16

Industry Benchmark

Shin-Etsu Quartz Products Co., Ltd.'s score of 40 is higher than 69% 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 Quartz Products Co., Ltd.'s reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd.

Shin-Etsu Quartz Products Co., Ltd., headquartered in Japan, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year. The company is a current subsidiary of Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd., which may influence its climate commitments and emissions reporting. As of now, there are no documented reduction targets or climate pledges from Shin-Etsu Quartz Products Co., Ltd. However, emissions data and performance metrics may be inherited from its parent company, Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd., which operates under a broader sustainability framework. This relationship suggests that any climate initiatives or targets may align with those set by Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd., although specific details are not provided. In summary, while Shin-Etsu Quartz Products Co., Ltd. does not currently report its own emissions or reduction targets, it is part of a corporate family that may have established climate commitments through its parent organisation.

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2014201520162018201920202021202220232024
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
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
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
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Shin-Etsu Quartz Products Co., Ltd.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Shin-Etsu Quartz Products Co., Ltd.'s primary industry is Glass Products, which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Shin-Etsu Quartz Products Co., Ltd.'s Location?

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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 Quartz Products Co., Ltd. is in JP, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Shin-Etsu Quartz Products Co., Ltd.'s Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Shin-Etsu Quartz Products Co., Ltd.'s Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 11% last year and increased by approximately 173% since 2014, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 64% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 52% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Purchased Goods and Services
52%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
22%
Capital Goods
10%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
8%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
6%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
2%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Business Travel
<1%

Shin-Etsu Quartz Products Co., Ltd.'s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

Shin-Etsu Quartz Products Co., Ltd. has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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

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