Ube
Ube Corporation, commonly referred to as Ube, is a prominent Japanese company headquartered in Ube City, Japan. Established in 1897, Ube has evolved into a key player in the chemical and materials industry, with significant operations across Asia, Europe, and North America. The company is renowned for its diverse portfolio, which includes cement, chemicals, and advanced materials, particularly in the fields of polyamide and specialty chemicals. Ube's commitment to innovation has led to notable achievements, such as its advancements in sustainable practices and high-performance products. With a strong market position, Ube continues to be recognised for its quality and reliability, making it a trusted partner in various sectors, including automotive, electronics, and construction.
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Industry Benchmark
Ube's score of 47 is higher than 71% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Ube's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, UBE Corporation reported significant greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, totalling approximately 15,492,000,000 kg CO2e globally. This figure includes 3,140,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and 370,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The majority of their emissions, about 11,990,000,000 kg CO2e, fall under Scope 3, which encompasses various categories such as purchased goods and services, end-of-life treatment of sold products, and investments. For the year 2024, UBE's emissions data indicates a notable Scope 3 emission of approximately 355,000,000 kg CO2e specifically related to the end-of-life treatment of sold products. UBE has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for an 80% reduction in GHG emissions by 2050 across all scopes. This long-term target is part of their strategy to contribute to a carbon-free society. In the near term, UBE has committed to reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 45% by FY2030 from a FY2021 baseline, while also targeting a 25% reduction in Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect UBE's commitment to sustainable practices in the chemicals sector. Overall, UBE's emissions data and climate commitments demonstrate a proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing their carbon footprint.
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| 2013 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - |
| Scope 2 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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