Cj Cheiljedang

Cj Cheiljedang's reported carbon emissions

CJ CheilJedang (KR), a miscellaneous food manufacturer, has reported significant greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. For the year 2024, the company reported a total of approximately 8.32 billion kg CO2e. This figure comprises Scope 1 emissions of about 197.6 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of roughly 223.8 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalling approximately 7.58 billion kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions are detailed further, with purchased goods and services accounting for about 5.99 billion kg CO2e, fuel and energy-related activities for approximately 902 million kg CO2e, upstream transportation and distribution for around 331 million kg CO2e, and downstream transportation and distribution for about 278 million kg CO2e. In 2023, CJ CheilJedang's total emissions were approximately 10.03 billion kg CO2e, including Scope 1 at about 2.24 billion kg CO2e, Scope 2 at approximately 1.15 billion kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at roughly 7.65 billion kg CO2e. CJ CheilJedang is committed to reducing its environmental impact. The company has set a near-term target to reduce GHG emissions by 25% by 2030, using 2020 as the base year. This target applies to Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Furthermore, they aim to contribute to customers reducing GHG emissions through products and solutions by 2030, with a goal of more than 25% of emissions from sites in 2020. In 2024, CJ CheilJedang reported a 23% decrease in Scope 1+2 GHG emissions compared to the previous year. Initiatives to achieve these reductions include enhancing accuracy and reliability through third-party verification of GHG emissions, expanding renewable energy installation, replacing outdated refrigeration equipment, and purchasing Renewable Energy Certificates (REC). The company also introduced an internal carbon pricing system in 2023 and is developing climate-resilient crop varieties. Previous years' data shows: * **2022:** Total emissions approximately 12.81 billion kg CO2e (Scope 1: 2.85 billion kg CO2e, Scope 2: 1.38 billion kg CO2e, Scope 3: 8.57 billion kg CO2e). * **2021:** Total Scope 1 and 2 emissions were approximately 4.34 billion kg CO2e. Scope 3 data was not disclosed for this year. * **2020:** Total Scope 1 and 2 emissions were approximately 4.14 billion kg CO2e. Scope 3 data was not disclosed. * **2019:** Total Scope 1 and 2 emissions were approximately 3.90 billion kg CO2e. Scope 3 data was not disclosed. * **2018:** Total Scope 1 and 2 emissions were approximately 394.3 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 data was not disclosed. * **2017:** Total Scope 1 and 2 emissions were approximately 363.9 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 data was not disclosed. * **2016:** Total Scope 1 and 2 emissions were approximately 336.5 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 data was not disclosed. * **2015:** Total Scope 1 and 2 emissions were approximately 305.9 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 data was not disclosed. * **2014:** Total Scope 1 and 2 emissions were approximately 287.3 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 data was not disclosed. * **2013:** Total Scope 1 and 2 emissions were approximately 288.3 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 data was not disclosed. * **2012:** Total Scope 1 and 2 emissions were approximately 1.77 billion kg CO2e. Scope 3 data was not disclosed. * **2011:** Total Scope 1 and 2 emissions were approximately 1.38 billion kg CO2e. Scope 3 data was not disclosed. * **2010:** Total Scope 1 and 2 emissions were approximately 1.19 billion kg CO2e. Scope 3 data was not disclosed. CJ CheilJedang had a medium-term reduction target to cut 30% of direct GHG emissions by 2020 and 30% of indirect GHG emissions by 2020, based on a 2015 baseline.