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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In 2023, Toray Industries, headquartered in Japan, reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 20,100,000 kg CO2e, comprising 32,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 169,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 7% reduction in absolute Scope 1 emissions by fiscal 2030 compared to 2013 levels. Additionally, Toray is working towards achieving carbon neutrality by 2050, which excludes Scope 3 emissions. Globally, in 2023, Toray's emissions were significantly higher, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 2,491,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at about 2,460,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching approximately 17,560,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has also committed to a 50% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions per unit of sales by 2031, using a 2014 baseline. Toray's climate strategy reflects a comprehensive approach to sustainability, focusing on both absolute and intensity-based reduction targets across its operations. The data is sourced directly from Toray Industries, Inc., with no cascaded emissions data from parent or related organizations.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 3,274,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 2,483,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 864,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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