Sumitomo Bakelite
Sumitomo Bakelite Co., Ltd., a leading player in the advanced materials industry, is headquartered in Japan. Established in 1913, the company has evolved significantly, marking key milestones in the development of high-performance plastics and resins. With a strong presence in Asia, Europe, and North America, Sumitomo Bakelite excels in sectors such as automotive, electronics, and industrial applications. The company is renowned for its innovative core products, including phenolic resins and thermosetting plastics, which are distinguished by their durability and heat resistance. Sumitomo Bakelite's commitment to research and development has solidified its market position, making it a trusted partner for various industries. Notable achievements include advancements in eco-friendly materials, reflecting the company's dedication to sustainability and technological excellence.
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Sumitomo Bakelite's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Sumitomo Bakelite reported total carbon emissions of approximately 79554000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 75195000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and a significant 947000000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. The combined total for Scope 1 and 2 emissions reached about 154750000 kg CO2e. In comparison, the 2023 emissions data indicated Scope 1 emissions of about 45228000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 116878000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of around 4511333000 kg CO2e, with a total of about 157000000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2. Sumitomo Bakelite has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 46% reduction in CO2 emissions by 2030 from a fiscal 2013 baseline for both Scope 1 and 2 emissions. Additionally, they are targeting a 25% reduction in Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. The company has also pledged to achieve net zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, with specific targets for Scope 1 and 2 emissions reduction of 48% by 2030 from a fiscal 2021 base year. These commitments align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which has validated their near-term targets as consistent with the reductions required to limit global warming to 1.5°C. The data reported is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that these figures and commitments are specific to Sumitomo Bakelite.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 90,643,000 | 00,000,000 | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 145,869,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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