Simcoa Operations Pty. Ltd., commonly referred to as Simcoa, is a leading player in the silicon manufacturing industry, headquartered in Australia. Established in 1976, the company has built a strong reputation for producing high-quality silicon metal, primarily serving the aluminium and solar industries. With major operations in Western Australia, Simcoa has achieved significant milestones, including advancements in sustainable production techniques. The company’s core products include premium-grade silicon metal, which is distinguished by its purity and consistency, making it essential for various industrial applications. Simcoa's commitment to innovation and environmental responsibility has solidified its position as a trusted supplier in the market. With decades of experience, Simcoa continues to contribute to the growth of the silicon sector, reinforcing its status as a key player in the global supply chain.
How does Simcoa Operations Pty. 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.
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Simcoa Operations Pty. Ltd.'s score of 33 is higher than 65% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Simcoa Operations Pty. Ltd., headquartered in Australia, currently does not report specific carbon emissions data for the most recent year, as indicated by the absence of emissions figures. The company is a current subsidiary of Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd., which may influence its climate commitments and performance metrics. As of now, Simcoa Operations has not established any documented reduction targets or climate pledges. The absence of specific emissions data suggests that the company may be in the early stages of developing its climate strategy or reporting framework. Given its affiliation with Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd., emissions data and climate initiatives may be cascaded from this parent organization. However, no specific emissions figures or reduction targets have been provided from this source either. In summary, while Simcoa Operations Pty. Ltd. is part of a larger corporate family that may have climate commitments, it currently lacks detailed emissions reporting and specific reduction initiatives.
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| 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2018 | 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 | 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 |
Simcoa Operations Pty. 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.
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.
Simcoa Operations Pty. 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.