Jsr
Jsr Corporation, commonly referred to as JSR, is a leading player in the chemical industry, headquartered in Japan (JP). Founded in 1957, the company has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including Asia, Europe, and North America. JSR is renowned for its innovative solutions in synthetic rubber, plastics, and advanced materials, catering primarily to the automotive, electronics, and healthcare sectors. With a commitment to sustainability and cutting-edge technology, JSR's core products, such as high-performance elastomers and specialty chemicals, stand out for their quality and reliability. The company has achieved significant milestones, including advancements in semiconductor materials and eco-friendly products, solidifying its market position as a trusted partner in various industries. JSR continues to drive innovation, making it a pivotal force in the global chemical landscape.
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Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Rubber and Plastic Products 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.
Industry Benchmark
Jsr's score of 32 is higher than 62% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Jsr's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, JSR Corporation reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 961,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising about 220,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 2 combined, and about 741,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a significant focus on upstream emissions, which are critical in the chemicals sector. For 2023, JSR's emissions were approximately 655,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 and 2 emissions at about 218,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions at approximately 437,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its emissions, committing to a 30% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by FY2030, using FY2020 as a baseline. JSR has also pledged to achieve "effectively net zero" greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, with interim targets established for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Specifically, the company aims for a 42% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by FY2030 from a FY2023 base year. Additionally, JSR is working towards ensuring that 85% of its suppliers have science-based targets by FY2029. The emissions data is cascaded from JSR Corporation, which is headquartered in Japan (JP). The company is actively engaged in sustainability initiatives and has made significant commitments to address its carbon footprint in alignment with global climate goals.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 397,763,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | - |
| Scope 2 | 259,969,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - |
| Scope 3 | 629,484,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Jsr is participating in some 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.
