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Aluminum Production
JP
updated 7 days ago

UACJ Corporation

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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.

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7

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.

8

Industry Benchmark

UACJ Corporation's score of 7 is lower than 68% 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

In 2021, UACJ Corporation reported CO2 emissions of approximately 1,800 kg CO2e per tonne of products manufactured. This figure reflects a slight decrease from 2020, where emissions were about 1,900 kg CO2e per tonne. Over the past few years, UACJ has shown a trend of reducing emissions per unit of production, with 2019 emissions at about 2,100 kg CO2e per tonne, 2,200 kg CO2e in 2018, and 2,300 kg CO2e in 2017. Despite these reductions in emissions intensity, UACJ Corporation has not disclosed specific targets for carbon reduction or commitments to initiatives such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The company has not provided data on Scope 1, 2, or 3 emissions, nor has it outlined any climate pledges or significant reduction initiatives. UACJ Corporation's emissions data is self-reported and does not appear to be cascaded from a parent or related organization. The company continues to focus on improving its production processes to enhance sustainability, although specific future commitments remain unspecified.

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