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Food Product Manufacturing
TW
updated 16 days ago

Sumitomo Corporation Taiwan Ltd. Sustainability Profile

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Sumitomo Corporation Taiwan Ltd., a prominent subsidiary of the Sumitomo Corporation Group, is headquartered in Taiwan (TW) and operates extensively across the Asia-Pacific region. Established in 1963, the company has evolved into a key player in various industries, including trading, investment, and logistics. Specialising in a diverse range of sectors such as metals, machinery, chemicals, and infrastructure, Sumitomo Corporation Taiwan Ltd. is recognised for its commitment to quality and innovation. The company’s core services include supply chain management and strategic investments, which are tailored to meet the unique needs of its clients. With a strong market position, Sumitomo Corporation Taiwan Ltd. has achieved notable milestones, reinforcing its reputation as a reliable partner in the global marketplace. Its dedication to sustainable practices and customer-centric solutions sets it apart in the competitive landscape.

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How does Sumitomo Corporation Taiwan 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.

22

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Food Product Manufacturing 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.

13

Industry Benchmark

Sumitomo Corporation Taiwan Ltd.'s score of 22 is higher than 54% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Sumitomo Corporation Taiwan Ltd.'s reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Sumitomo Corporation

Sumitomo Corporation Taiwan Ltd., headquartered in Taiwan (TW), currently does not report specific carbon emissions data for the most recent year. The company is a current subsidiary of Sumitomo Corporation, which may influence its climate commitments and emissions reporting. As of now, there are no documented reduction targets or climate pledges specific to Sumitomo Corporation Taiwan Ltd. However, emissions data and performance metrics may be inherited from its parent company, Sumitomo Corporation, which is known for its sustainability initiatives. This data is cascaded from the parent company at a level 1 relationship, indicating that while specific figures for Sumitomo Corporation Taiwan Ltd. are not available, the broader corporate strategies and commitments may apply. In the context of climate action, Sumitomo Corporation has been involved in various initiatives, including participation in the CDP (formerly the Carbon Disclosure Project), which reflects a commitment to transparency in environmental impact. However, without specific emissions data or reduction targets from Sumitomo Corporation Taiwan Ltd., it is challenging to provide a detailed overview of its carbon footprint or climate commitments.

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201620172018201920202021202220232024
Scope 1
5,190,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
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0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
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Scope 2
252,869,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
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000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 3
69,848,000
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00,000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Sumitomo Corporation Taiwan Ltd.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Sumitomo Corporation Taiwan Ltd.'s primary industry is Food products nec, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Sumitomo Corporation Taiwan Ltd.'s Location?

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Very high
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 Sumitomo Corporation Taiwan Ltd. is in TW, which we do not have grid emissions data for.

Sumitomo Corporation Taiwan Ltd.'s Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Sumitomo Corporation Taiwan Ltd.'s Scope 3 emissions, which increased significantly last year and increased significantly since 2016, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Their carbon footprint includes suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 21% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Processing of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 38% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Processing of Sold Products
38%
Purchased Goods and Services
33%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
20%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
5%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
2%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
1%
Capital Goods
<1%
Downstream Leased Assets
<1%
Use of Sold Products
<1%

Sumitomo Corporation Taiwan 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.

Sumitomo Corporation Taiwan 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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