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UACJ Corporation

UACJ Corporation, a leading player in the aluminium industry, is headquartered in Japan and operates extensively across Asia, North America, and Europe. Founded in 2013 through the merger of UACJ and other prominent firms, the company has quickly established itself as a key manufacturer of aluminium products, including sheets, extrusions, and rolled products. UACJ's commitment to innovation and quality sets it apart, with a focus on advanced manufacturing techniques and sustainable practices. The company has achieved significant milestones, including expanding its production capabilities and enhancing its market presence globally. Renowned for its high-performance aluminium solutions, UACJ Corporation continues to strengthen its position as a trusted supplier in various sectors, including automotive, construction, and electronics.

DitchCarbon Score

How does UACJ 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.

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Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Aluminum 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.

9

Industry Benchmark

UACJ Corporation's score of 10 is higher than 74% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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UACJ Corporation's reported carbon emissions

UACJ Corporation, headquartered in Japan, has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon emissions over recent years. The company reported a significant decrease in CO2 emissions per tonne of products manufactured, with figures dropping from approximately 2,300 kg CO2e in 2017 to about 1,800 kg CO2e in 2021. This represents a reduction of about 500 kg CO2e per tonne over the five-year period. While specific Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions data are not disclosed, the company has focused on improving its production efficiency, as indicated by the decreasing emissions per tonne of product. UACJ has not publicly committed to any specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. Overall, UACJ Corporation's efforts reflect a proactive approach to climate commitments, aligning with industry standards for emissions reduction, although further transparency regarding specific targets and broader emissions scopes would enhance their climate strategy.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. UACJ Corporation's primary industry is Aluminium and aluminium products, which is 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 UACJ 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.

UACJ 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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