Lotte Corporation, commonly referred to as Lotte, is a prominent South Korean conglomerate headquartered in Seoul, South Korea (KR). Founded in 1967, Lotte has established itself as a key player in various industries, including food and beverage, retail, and tourism. The company operates extensively across Asia, with significant presence in Japan, China, and Southeast Asia. Lotte is renowned for its diverse range of products and services, particularly in the confectionery sector, where its unique offerings, such as Lotte Choco Pie, have gained immense popularity. The corporation has achieved notable milestones, including the expansion of its retail operations through Lotte Mart and Lotte Department Store, solidifying its market position as a leading retailer in the region. With a commitment to innovation and quality, Lotte continues to enhance its brand reputation and consumer loyalty across multiple sectors.
How does Lotte's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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In 2024, Lotte's total carbon emissions amounted to approximately 930,090 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions contributing about 295,960 kg CO2e. This reflects a slight decrease from 2023, when total emissions were approximately 974,630 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 318,030 kg CO2e. Lotte has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce carbon emissions by approximately 3.87 million tonnes compared to business as usual (BAU) by 2030, and 8.54 million tonnes by 2040. Additionally, they plan to achieve a reduction of 12.6 million tonnes by 2050. Specifically, for Scope 1 emissions, Lotte aims for a reduction of about 4.49 million tonnes by 2030, representing a 49% decrease from BAU levels. Furthermore, under their Carbon Neutral Roadmap 2.0, Lotte targets a 22% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions from domestic business sites by 2030, escalating to 61% by 2040, compared to 2018 levels. Lotte's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, and their commitments reflect a strong dedication to sustainability and climate action within the industry context.
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| 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 132,500,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 76,320,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 51,620,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - | - |
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.
Lotte 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.

