Nichias
Nichias Corporation, headquartered in Japan, is a leading player in the advanced materials industry, specialising in insulation and sealing solutions. Founded in 1896, Nichias has established a strong presence in various operational regions, including Asia, Europe, and North America. The company is renowned for its innovative products, such as high-performance thermal insulation materials and advanced sealing technologies, which are designed to meet the evolving needs of industries like construction, automotive, and electronics. With a commitment to quality and sustainability, Nichias has achieved significant milestones, including numerous patents and industry awards. Its market position is bolstered by a reputation for reliability and cutting-edge technology, making Nichias a trusted partner for businesses seeking superior material solutions.
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Nichias's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Nichias Corporation reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 22,400,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and Scope 2 combined. This includes 10,800,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 11,600,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. Additionally, their Scope 3 emissions totalled approximately 84,600,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from purchased goods and services (37,100,000 kg CO2e) and processing of sold products (47,900,000 kg CO2e). Nichias has set ambitious near-term targets to reduce its emissions. The company commits to a 42% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by FY2030, using FY2021 as the baseline. Furthermore, it aims for a 25% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services, fuel and energy-related activities, and use of sold products within the same timeframe. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to contribute to limiting global warming to 1.5°C. The commitments reflect Nichias's proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint in the chemicals sector.
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| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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