Mitsui Chemicals
Mitsui Chemicals, Inc., a leading player in the global chemical industry, is headquartered in Japan (JP) and operates extensively across Asia, Europe, and the Americas. Founded in 1912, the company has established itself as a pioneer in various sectors, including petrochemicals, performance materials, and healthcare products. Mitsui Chemicals is renowned for its innovative core offerings, such as advanced polymers and specialty chemicals, which are distinguished by their high performance and sustainability. The company has achieved significant milestones, including strategic partnerships and expansions that bolster its market position. With a commitment to research and development, Mitsui Chemicals continues to drive advancements in materials science, solidifying its reputation as a trusted supplier in diverse industries.
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Mitsui Chemicals's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Mitsui Chemicals, headquartered in Japan (JP), reported significant carbon emissions totalling approximately 4,502,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 3,545,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 957,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This data reflects their commitment to transparency in emissions reporting, although no Scope 3 emissions data was disclosed for that year. Mitsui Chemicals has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050. To support this long-term goal, the company has established a near-term target to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 40% by fiscal 2030, relative to 2013 levels. This commitment underscores their proactive approach to addressing climate change and aligns with global sustainability trends. The emissions data and reduction targets are sourced directly from Mitsui Chemicals, Inc., with no cascaded data from parent or related organizations. The company continues to focus on enhancing its sustainability practices and reducing its carbon footprint across all scopes.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 4,120,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 4,037,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 7,873,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | - |
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