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Walsin Lihwa

Walsin Lihwa Corporation, commonly referred to as Walsin Lihwa, is a leading player in the wire and cable industry, headquartered in Taiwan (TW). Established in 1973, the company has grown significantly, expanding its operations across Asia and beyond, with a strong presence in markets such as China and Southeast Asia. Specialising in the production of copper and aluminium wires, Walsin Lihwa is renowned for its commitment to quality and innovation. The company’s core products include a diverse range of electrical wires, cables, and related components, which are distinguished by their durability and performance. Walsin Lihwa has achieved notable milestones, including certifications that underscore its adherence to international quality standards, solidifying its position as a trusted supplier in the global market.

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27

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Iron and Steel 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.

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Industry Benchmark

Walsin Lihwa's score of 27 is higher than 93% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Walsin Lihwa's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Walsin Lihwa reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,211,048,660 kg CO2e, comprising Scope 1 emissions of about 203,986,190 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 326,624,400 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of around 2,110,482,660 kg CO2e. The company has disclosed emissions data across all three scopes, highlighting its commitment to transparency in its climate impact. Walsin Lihwa's emissions have shown fluctuations over the years, with significant Scope 1 and 2 emissions recorded in previous years, such as 2015, where Scope 1 emissions were about 331,760,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions were approximately 789,641,000 kg CO2e. The company has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as per the latest data, indicating a potential area for improvement in its climate strategy. The company’s emissions intensity varies by product, with reported figures such as 130 kg CO2e per copper wire product and 580 kg CO2e per stainless steel product. This data reflects Walsin Lihwa's ongoing efforts to monitor and report its carbon footprint, although it lacks formal reduction commitments or targets at this time. Overall, Walsin Lihwa's emissions data underscores the importance of continued efforts in carbon management and the need for strategic initiatives to reduce its overall climate impact.

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1,058,845,000
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Walsin Lihwa's primary industry is Basic iron and steel and of ferro-alloys and first products thereof, which is high 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 Walsin Lihwa is in TW, which we do not have grid emissions data for.

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.

Walsin Lihwa 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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