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Cement Production
JP
updated 6 days ago

Taiheiyo Cement Corporation

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Taiheiyo Cement Corporation, a leading player in the cement industry, is headquartered in Japan and operates extensively across Asia and the Pacific. Founded in 1943, the company has established itself as a pioneer in sustainable construction materials, focusing on innovative cement production and environmental stewardship. With a diverse portfolio that includes ordinary Portland cement, blended cement, and specialty products, Taiheiyo Cement stands out for its commitment to quality and sustainability. The company has achieved significant milestones, including advancements in eco-friendly manufacturing processes and a strong market position as one of Japan's largest cement producers. Recognised for its contributions to the construction sector, Taiheiyo Cement Corporation continues to drive industry standards while addressing the growing demand for sustainable building solutions.

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How does Taiheiyo Cement Corporation'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.

10

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Cement Production 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.

12

Industry Benchmark

Taiheiyo Cement Corporation's score of 10 is lower than 58% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Taiheiyo Cement Corporation's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Taiheiyo Cement Corporation reported emissions of approximately 705,000 kg CO2e per tonne of cementitious products (gross) and 664,000 kg CO2e per tonne (net). The company has set long-term climate commitments targeting net-zero emissions for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 by 2050. These commitments, initiated in 2023, aim to explore innovative measures beyond current technologies and address broader social and financial challenges. In 2022, the emissions per tonne were slightly lower, at about 698,000 kg CO2e (gross) and 661,000 kg CO2e (net). The company has not disclosed specific Scope 3 emissions data, but it has acknowledged the importance of addressing upstream and downstream emissions in its overall climate strategy. Taiheiyo Cement's approach reflects a commitment to sustainability within the cement industry, focusing on reducing its carbon footprint while navigating the complexities of technological and societal change.

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2020
Scope 1
25,000,000
Scope 2
896,000
Scope 3
1,500,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Taiheiyo Cement Corporation's primary industry is Cement, lime and plaster, which is very high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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 Taiheiyo Cement Corporation is in JP, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

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.

Taiheiyo Cement Corporation is not participating in any 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
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