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Toray

Toray Industries, Inc., commonly known as Toray, is a leading multinational corporation headquartered in Japan. Established in 1926, the company has evolved into a key player in the advanced materials and chemicals industry, with significant operations across Asia, Europe, and the Americas. Specialising in a diverse range of sectors, Toray focuses on the production of fibres and textiles, plastics, chemicals, and carbon fibre composites. Its innovative approach to manufacturing high-performance materials has positioned Toray as a pioneer in sustainable solutions, particularly in the aerospace and automotive industries. With a commitment to research and development, Toray has achieved numerous milestones, including advancements in water treatment technologies and lightweight materials. The company’s dedication to quality and innovation has solidified its market position, making it a trusted name in the global materials sector.

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39

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Chemicals 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

Toray's score of 39 is higher than 78% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Toray's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Toray Industries, headquartered in Japan, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 17,560,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 2,491,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 2,460,000,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling around 17,560,000,000 kg CO2e. Over the years, Toray has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint. In 2022, the company reported total emissions of about 4,893,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 2 combined, with Scope 3 emissions reaching approximately 10,571,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has been actively disclosing its emissions data across all three scopes, indicating a transparent approach to its climate impact. Despite the absence of specific reduction targets or initiatives outlined in the provided data, Toray's ongoing efforts to monitor and report emissions reflect a commitment to sustainability and climate responsibility. The company continues to engage in practices aimed at minimising its environmental impact, aligning with industry standards for climate action.

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Scope 1
3,310,000,000
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Scope 2
2,325,000,000
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Scope 3
744,000,000
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00,000,000,000
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Toray's primary industry is Chemicals nec, which is medium 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 Toray is in JP, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Toray 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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