Hokuetsu Sustainability Profile
Hokuetsu, officially known as Hokuetsu Corporation, is a prominent player in the global paper and packaging industry, headquartered in Japan. Established in 1907, the company has evolved significantly, marking key milestones in innovation and sustainability throughout its history. Hokuetsu operates primarily in Japan and has expanded its reach across Asia, focusing on the production of high-quality paper products and packaging solutions. The company is renowned for its diverse range of offerings, including printing paper, packaging materials, and specialty paper products, distinguished by their eco-friendly manufacturing processes. Hokuetsu's commitment to sustainability and technological advancement has solidified its position as a leader in the market, earning accolades for its contributions to environmental stewardship and product excellence.
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Hokuetsu's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, Hokuetsu reported significant carbon emissions, totalling approximately 2,340,000,000 kg CO2e. This includes 680,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 64,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 1,397,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. In 2024, emissions were slightly lower at about 2,288,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 657,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 57,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 1,210,000,000 kg CO2e. For 2023, Hokuetsu's emissions in the UK were reported at 129,400 kg CO2e, with Scope 2 contributing 20,200 kg CO2e and Scope 3 at 109,200 kg CO2e. Globally, emissions for the same year were approximately 1,885,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 694,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 79,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 1,511,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. Hokuetsu has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 43% reduction in CO2 emissions by 2030 compared to fiscal 2005 levels, which translates to approximately 450,000 tonnes CO2e. This target applies to both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Furthermore, the company is committed to achieving net-zero CO2 emissions by 2050, reinforcing its dedication to sustainability and climate action. All emissions data is sourced directly from Hokuetsu Corporation, with no cascaded data from parent or related organizations.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 657,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 57,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,210,000,000 | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Hokuetsu's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Hokuetsu has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
