Tokuyama Corporation, a prominent player in the chemicals nec industry, is headquartered in Japan (JP) and has established a significant presence across various operational regions. Founded in 1918, the company has achieved numerous milestones, evolving into a leader in the production of high-purity chemicals and advanced materials.
Specialising in areas such as silicon products, dental materials, and fine chemicals, Tokuyama is renowned for its commitment to quality and innovation. Its core offerings, including silicon wafers and specialty chemicals, are distinguished by their exceptional purity and performance, catering to diverse sectors such as electronics and healthcare.
With a strong market position, Tokuyama continues to drive advancements in chemical manufacturing, contributing to sustainable development and technological progress. The company's dedication to research and development further solidifies its reputation as a trusted partner in the global chemicals landscape.
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Tokuyama’s score of 53 is higher than 67% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Chemicals is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Chemicals industry has reduced its overall emissions by 6% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Tokuyama's reported carbon emissions
Tokuyama Corporation, a chemical industry company based in Japan, has reported significant greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. For the reporting year 2024, the company's total emissions were approximately 7.97 billion kg CO2e. This figure is comprised of approximately 5.74 billion kg CO2e from Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, and approximately 1.74 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions.
Looking at previous years, Tokuyama reported approximately 7.97 billion kg CO2e in 2023 and approximately 7.92 billion kg CO2e in 2022. In 2021, total emissions were approximately 8.11 billion kg CO2e, and in 2020, approximately 8.16 billion kg CO2e. Earlier data includes approximately 7.26 billion kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2 in 2019, and approximately 4.45 billion kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2 in 2018. Scope 3 emissions were reported at approximately 280 million kg CO2e in 2018, and approximately 2.1 billion kg CO2e in 2017 and 2016, specifically for purchased goods and services and waste generated in operations. In 2015, a total emission figure of approximately 263.2 million kg CO2e was reported.
Tokuyama has established ambitious climate commitments. The company aims to achieve carbon neutrality by FY2050. As part of its near-term strategy, Tokuyama has committed to reducing its GHG emissions (Scope 1 and 2) by 30% by FY2030, using FY2019 as a baseline. These reduction targets are being tracked, with the company noted as being on track for Scope 2 reductions for the last two years. Tokuyama also has a commitment to achieve zero emissions for a power generation project by 2040.
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Tokuyama’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
5 goals2030
30% reduction in all scopes
Reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in FY2030 (Scope 1 and 2) by 30%*
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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