Samyang
Samyang Corporation, headquartered in South Korea (KR), is a prominent player in the food and chemical industries. Founded in 1924, the company has evolved significantly, establishing itself as a leader in the production of instant noodles, seasonings, and various food products, alongside its chemical manufacturing operations. With a strong presence in Asia and expanding markets globally, Samyang is renowned for its innovative offerings, particularly its spicy instant noodles, which have garnered a dedicated following. The company’s commitment to quality and unique flavour profiles sets it apart in a competitive landscape. Samyang's notable achievements include its successful international expansion and recognition for excellence in food safety and quality standards. As a trusted brand, Samyang continues to shape culinary experiences while maintaining a robust market position in both the food and chemical sectors.
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Samyang's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Samyang reported total carbon emissions of approximately 264,263,000 kg CO2e, comprising 143,235,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 121,038,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. This marks a slight decrease from 2023, where emissions totalled about 260,575,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 143,307,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 117,277,000 kg CO2e. In 2022, the company recorded emissions of approximately 270,112,000 kg CO2e, indicating a trend towards stabilisation in their carbon footprint. Samyang's emissions data is cascaded from its parent company, Samyang Corporation, reflecting a corporate family relationship. However, there are currently no disclosed Scope 3 emissions, nor are there specific reduction targets or climate pledges outlined in their commitments. The company is actively engaged in monitoring and reporting its emissions, adhering to industry standards for transparency. Despite the absence of formal reduction targets, Samyang's ongoing efforts to manage its carbon emissions demonstrate a commitment to environmental responsibility within the chemical industry.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 176,894,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 115,268,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - |
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Samyang 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.
