Sumitomo Seika Chemicals
Sumitomo Seika Chemicals Co., Ltd., a prominent player in the chemical industry, is headquartered in Japan (JP) and has established a significant presence across Asia, Europe, and North America. Founded in 1949, the company has evolved to specialise in advanced materials, including functional chemicals, polymer products, and specialty gases, catering to diverse sectors such as electronics, automotive, and pharmaceuticals. With a commitment to innovation, Sumitomo Seika is renowned for its unique offerings, such as high-performance polymer films and environmentally friendly chemical solutions. The company has achieved notable milestones, including advancements in sustainable practices and a strong market position as a trusted supplier in the global chemical landscape. Through its dedication to quality and sustainability, Sumitomo Seika continues to drive progress in the chemical industry.
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Sumitomo Seika Chemicals's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Sumitomo Seika Chemicals reported a total of approximately 166,000 kg CO2e in Scope 1 emissions and about 19,000 kg CO2e in Scope 2 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 54.6% by FY2033, using FY2022 as the baseline. Additionally, it plans to cut its Scope 3 emissions—specifically from purchased goods and services and the end-of-life treatment of sold products—by 32.5% within the same timeframe. In 2021, the company reported Scope 1 emissions of approximately 167,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of about 20,000 kg CO2e globally. The previous year, in 2020, Scope 1 emissions were around 207,000 kg CO2e in Japan. Sumitomo Seika Chemicals is committed to aligning its emissions reduction targets with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which supports efforts to limit global warming to 1.5°C. The company has not yet committed to a net-zero target but is actively working towards significant reductions in its carbon footprint across all relevant scopes.
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Add to project| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 5,673,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 288,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 3,475,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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