Denka
Denka Company Limited, commonly referred to as Denka, is a prominent player in the chemical industry, headquartered in Japan (JP). Founded in 1915, Denka has established itself as a leader in the production of advanced materials and specialty chemicals, with significant operations across Asia, Europe, and North America. The company’s core offerings include high-performance elastomers, electronic materials, and construction materials, distinguished by their innovative properties and applications. Denka's commitment to sustainability and technological advancement has positioned it as a trusted partner in various sectors, including electronics, automotive, and infrastructure. With a rich history marked by key milestones, Denka continues to achieve notable recognition for its contributions to the chemical industry, reinforcing its market position as a forward-thinking enterprise dedicated to quality and innovation.
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Denka's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Denka Company Limited reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,900,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 1,390,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 360,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 1,415,079,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions breakdown reveals significant contributions from purchased goods and services (about 779,585,000 kg CO2e) and end-of-life treatment of sold products (approximately 328,816,000 kg CO2e). Comparatively, in 2022, Denka's total emissions were about 2,900,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 1,560,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 480,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at approximately 1,591,774,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions in 2023, while Scope 3 emissions also saw a decrease. Denka has not publicly committed to specific science-based targets (SBTi) or documented reduction initiatives. The company’s emissions data is not cascaded from a parent organization, indicating that all reported figures are directly from Denka Company Limited. Overall, Denka's emissions profile reflects a significant carbon footprint, with ongoing efforts needed to enhance sustainability and reduce overall emissions in line with global climate commitments.
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| 2013 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,980,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 490,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Denka is not participating in any of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
