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Formosa Petrochemical

Formosa Petrochemical Corporation (FPCC), headquartered in Taiwan (TW), is a leading player in the petrochemical industry, renowned for its comprehensive range of products and services. Established in 1992, FPCC has made significant strides in the production of ethylene, propylene, and various downstream petrochemical products, positioning itself as a key supplier in the Asia-Pacific region. With major operational facilities in Mailiao, FPCC stands out for its commitment to innovation and sustainability, utilising advanced technologies to enhance production efficiency. The company’s core offerings include high-quality plastics, synthetic rubber, and other chemical products, which are integral to numerous industries, from automotive to consumer goods. FPCC's strategic market position is underscored by its robust supply chain and dedication to environmental stewardship, making it a trusted name in the global petrochemical landscape.

DitchCarbon Score

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25

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Crude Oil Extraction industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Industry Benchmark

Formosa Petrochemical's score of 25 is higher than 96% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Formosa Petrochemical's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Formosa Petrochemical reported total carbon emissions of approximately 24,186,372,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes about 24,004,680,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 181,692,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 57,911,749,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company's emissions intensity for all plants in Taiwan was recorded at about 24.00 tCO2e per million USD in revenue. Comparatively, in 2022, the total emissions were approximately 24,424,101,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 24,000,547,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 423,554,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions for that year were around 60,285,232,000 kg CO2e. Formosa Petrochemical has made notable strides in reducing its greenhouse gas emissions. The company achieved a reduction of approximately 19.7% in both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions from 2007 to 2020. This commitment to lowering emissions reflects the company's ongoing efforts to enhance its sustainability practices and address climate change impacts. Overall, Formosa Petrochemical's emissions data and reduction initiatives highlight its role in the global effort to mitigate climate change while maintaining operational efficiency.

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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Formosa Petrochemical's primary industry is Crude petroleum and services related to crude oil extraction, excluding surveying, which is very high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Formosa Petrochemical is in TW, which we do not have grid emissions data for.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Formosa Petrochemical is participating in some 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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