Taiwan Glass Industrial Corporation, commonly known as Taiwan Glass, is a leading player in the glass manufacturing industry, headquartered in Taiwan (TW). Established in 1973, the company has made significant strides in producing high-quality glass products, serving both domestic and international markets. With a diverse portfolio that includes architectural glass, automotive glass, and specialty glass, Taiwan Glass stands out for its commitment to innovation and sustainability. The company has achieved notable milestones, including advancements in energy-efficient glass technologies, positioning itself as a frontrunner in the industry. Recognised for its exceptional quality and service, Taiwan Glass continues to strengthen its market position, catering to a wide range of sectors while maintaining a focus on environmental responsibility.
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In 2020, Taiwan Glass reported total carbon emissions of approximately 672,352,540 kg CO2e, comprising 391,850,780 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and 280,501,760 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This marked a decrease from 2019, when total emissions were about 748,026,110 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 468,947,460 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 279,078,650 kg CO2e. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data. Despite the significant emissions figures, Taiwan Glass has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments. The absence of SBTi (Science Based Targets initiative) reduction targets indicates a lack of formalised climate pledges. The company’s emissions data is sourced directly from Taiwan Glass Ind. Corp., with no cascading from a parent or related organisation. Taiwan Glass operates within the glass manufacturing industry, which is known for its high energy consumption and associated greenhouse gas emissions. The company has reported air pollutant emission intensity records for its flat glass and glass container products, indicating ongoing efforts to monitor and manage its environmental impact. However, further details on specific reduction initiatives or commitments remain unspecified.
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2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | |
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Scope 1 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 775,475,000 | - | - | - |
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Taiwan Glass 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.