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SK Innovation Co Ltd

SK Innovation Co., Ltd., headquartered in South Korea (KR), is a leading player in the energy and chemical industries. Founded in 1962, the company has evolved significantly, establishing a strong presence in various operational regions, including Asia, Europe, and North America. Specialising in oil refining, petrochemicals, and battery manufacturing, SK Innovation is renowned for its innovative approach to sustainable energy solutions. The company’s core products, such as high-performance batteries for electric vehicles, set it apart in a competitive market. With a commitment to research and development, SK Innovation has achieved notable milestones, including advancements in eco-friendly technologies. As a key contributor to the global energy transition, SK Innovation continues to solidify its market position through strategic partnerships and a focus on sustainability.

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How does SK Innovation 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.

43

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Business Services 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.

25

Industry Benchmark

SK Innovation Co Ltd's score of 43 is higher than 95% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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SK Innovation Co Ltd's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, SK Innovation Co Ltd reported total carbon emissions of approximately 137,565,511,000 kg CO2e, comprising 9,379,375,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 2,275,526,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 137,565,511,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net zero emissions in both Scope 1 and Scope 2 by 2050 within its energy and chemicals business. Additionally, in its battery and materials sector, SK Innovation targets net zero emissions by 2035 for both Scope 1 and Scope 2. Over the years, the company has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, with significant emissions recorded in previous years, such as 118,347,000,000 kg CO2e in Scope 3 emissions in 2021. The ongoing efforts reflect a strategic approach to sustainability, aligning with global climate goals and industry standards.

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Scope 1
10,488,609,000
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Scope 2
2,276,695,000
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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
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00,000,000,000
000,000,000,000
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. SK Innovation Co Ltd's primary industry is Other business services (74), which is very low 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. This request for SK Innovation Co Ltd is in KR, which we do not have grid emissions data for.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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SK Innovation Co Ltd is participating in some 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
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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