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SK Inc

SK Inc., headquartered in South Korea (KR), is a prominent player in the global technology and energy sectors. Founded in 1953, the company has evolved significantly, establishing itself as a leader in various industries, including telecommunications, chemicals, and renewable energy. With a strong presence in Asia and expanding operations worldwide, SK Inc. is renowned for its innovative solutions and commitment to sustainability. The company’s core offerings include advanced semiconductor materials and eco-friendly energy solutions, distinguished by their cutting-edge technology and efficiency. SK Inc. has achieved notable milestones, including strategic partnerships and investments that enhance its market position. As a key subsidiary of the SK Group, it continues to drive growth and innovation, solidifying its reputation as a forward-thinking enterprise in the competitive landscape.

DitchCarbon Score

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60

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Computer 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.

26

Industry Benchmark

SK Inc's score of 60 is higher than 98% 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 Inc's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, SK Inc. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 14,360,199,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions, which accounted for about 13,860,199,000 kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were approximately 1,433,880 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled around 125,207,180 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 99% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2040 across all scopes. This includes specific near-term targets of reducing Scope 1 emissions by 33% and Scope 2 emissions by 32.18% by 2025, compared to business-as-usual (BAU) levels. Additionally, SK Inc. plans to achieve a 60% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using 2021 as the base year. In terms of Scope 3 emissions, SK Inc. is targeting a 90% reduction by 2050 compared to 2021 levels, with a specific goal of reducing investment-related emissions (Category 15) by 30% by 2030. The company is also committed to increasing the energy efficiency of its data centres and has joined the RE100 initiative, aiming for 100% renewable energy by 2040. Overall, SK Inc. is actively pursuing a comprehensive strategy to mitigate its carbon footprint and enhance sustainability across its operations.

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Scope 1
532,000
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0,000,000
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Scope 2
67,114,000
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00,000,000
00,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 3
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0,000,000
0,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. SK Inc's primary industry is Computer and related services (72), 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 Inc is in KR, which we do not have grid emissions data for.

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.

SK Inc 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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