Cj Cheiljedang
Cj Cheiljedang Corporation, a leading player in the food and biotechnology industry, is headquartered in South Korea (KR). Founded in 1953, the company has established itself as a pioneer in the production of food ingredients, processed foods, and bioengineering solutions. With a strong presence in Asia and expanding operations globally, Cj Cheiljedang is renowned for its innovative products, including its popular range of sauces, seasonings, and health supplements. The company’s commitment to quality and sustainability has positioned it as a market leader, achieving notable milestones such as advancements in fermentation technology. Cj Cheiljedang's unique offerings, including its proprietary fermentation processes, set it apart in a competitive landscape, making it a trusted name among consumers and businesses alike.
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Cj Cheiljedang's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, CJ Cheiljedang reported total carbon emissions of approximately 11,900,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 2,196,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 1,129,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 9,528,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, which primarily stem from purchased goods and services (7,478,000,000 kg CO2e) and fuel and energy-related activities (1,095,000,000 kg CO2e). The company has set ambitious targets to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 25% by 2030, compared to 2020 levels, for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. This commitment reflects a proactive approach to climate action, aligning with industry standards for sustainability and emissions reduction. Overall, CJ Cheiljedang's emissions data and reduction initiatives demonstrate a clear commitment to addressing climate change and reducing their carbon footprint across all scopes of emissions.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 142,888,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 162,689,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Cj Cheiljedang 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.
