Ube
Ube Corporation, commonly referred to as Ube, is a prominent Japanese company headquartered in Ube City, Japan. Established in 1897, Ube has evolved into a key player in the chemical and materials industry, with significant operations across Asia, Europe, and North America. The company is renowned for its diverse portfolio, which includes cement, chemicals, and advanced materials, particularly in the fields of polyamide and specialty chemicals. Ube's commitment to innovation has led to notable achievements, such as its advancements in sustainable practices and high-performance products. With a strong market position, Ube continues to be recognised for its quality and reliability, making it a trusted partner in various sectors, including automotive, electronics, and construction.
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How does Ube's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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Ube's score of 52 is higher than 89% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Ube's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Ube Corporation reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 15,492,000,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 3,140,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 370,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 11,990,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. Notably, the Scope 3 emissions included 355,000,000 kg CO2e attributed to the end-of-life treatment of sold products in 2024. Ube has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 45% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by FY2030, using FY2021 as the baseline. Additionally, the company targets a 25% reduction in Scope 3 emissions, which encompasses purchased goods and services, end-of-life treatment of sold products, and investments within the same timeframe. Furthermore, Ube has long-term goals to achieve an 80% reduction in overall greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, contributing to a carbon-free society through its products and technologies. These initiatives reflect Ube's commitment to sustainability and align with industry standards for climate action, demonstrating a proactive approach to reducing its carbon footprint and addressing climate change.
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| 2013 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - |
| Scope 2 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Ube 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.
