Far Eastern New Century
Far Eastern New Century Corporation (FENC), headquartered in Taiwan (TW), is a leading player in the textile and petrochemical industries. Founded in 1954, FENC has established a strong presence across Asia, with significant operations in China and Southeast Asia. The company is renowned for its innovative production of polyester and nylon products, as well as its commitment to sustainability through recycling initiatives. FENC's core offerings include high-performance fibres, functional textiles, and eco-friendly materials, setting it apart in a competitive market. With a focus on research and development, the company has achieved notable milestones, including advancements in biodegradable materials. As a key supplier to global brands, Far Eastern New Century continues to strengthen its market position, recognised for its quality and environmental stewardship.
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Far Eastern New Century's score of 47 is higher than 77% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Far Eastern New Century's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Far Eastern New Century Corporation (FENC) reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 593,912,000 kg CO2e, comprising 419,787,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 174,125,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. This marked a significant increase from 2023, where emissions were about 589,229,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 362,679,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 226,550,000 kg CO2e. FENC has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 30% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions from 2020 levels by 2030. Additionally, they are targeting a near-zero level of Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by mid-decade. The company has also committed to a 42% reduction in absolute Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions by 2030, using 2022 as the baseline year. In terms of achievements, FENC reported a 25% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2023 compared to the 2020 baseline, reaching a total of approximately 1,822,000 kg CO2e. The company is investing NT$19.4 billion between 2022 and 2030 to support these reduction targets, which are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and aim to keep global warming below 1.5°C. FENC's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that their reported figures and commitments are independently sourced.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,272,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,160,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | - |
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