Adeka
Adeka Corporation, commonly referred to as Adeka, is a prominent player in the chemical industry, headquartered in Japan. Established in 1917, the company has evolved significantly, marking key milestones in its journey, including expansions into various global markets. Adeka operates primarily in Asia, Europe, and North America, focusing on diverse sectors such as food additives, electronic materials, and specialty chemicals. The company is renowned for its innovative core products, including high-performance resins and functional additives, which are distinguished by their superior quality and sustainability. Adeka's commitment to research and development has solidified its market position, making it a trusted partner for numerous industries. With a legacy of excellence spanning over a century, Adeka continues to lead in providing cutting-edge solutions that meet the evolving needs of its customers.
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Adeka's score of 31 is higher than 86% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Adeka's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Adeka reported total carbon emissions of approximately 732,100,000 kg CO2e, comprising 66,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 73,700,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 592,400,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint, aiming for a 46% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030, based on 2013 levels. This commitment reflects Adeka's proactive approach to addressing climate change and enhancing sustainability within its operations. The company continues to monitor and report its emissions, demonstrating transparency and accountability in its climate commitments.
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| 2017 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 63,300,000 | 00,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 88,700,000 | 00,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,881,800,000 | 000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Adeka 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.
