CJ CheilJedang Corp
CJ CheilJedang's GHG Emissions Data Preview
In 2023, CJ CheilJedang completed a corporate carbon footprint assessment and publicly disclosed its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions according to the GHG Protocol, covering Scope 1 (direct emissions from owned or controlled sources), Scope 2 (indirect emissions from purchased energy) and Scope 3 (indirect emissions across the value chain).
CJ CheilJedang has also provided a category-level breakdown for 6 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.
| Metric (tCO2e) | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 - 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Total Scope 1 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
Total Scope 2 | ||||
Unspecified Calculation Method | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
Total Scope 3 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M) | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
aVerified Sources Behind CJ CheilJedang’s Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions Data
Every figure on this dashboard has a transparent audit trail. With Tracenable, each data point is traceable back to its original source, viewable directly inside our platform. Explore CJ CheilJedang’s data sources below and access millions more through our Disclosure Search.
Insights into CJ CheilJedang's Operational Emissions
In 2023, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of CJ CheilJedang amounted to 3,325,000 metric tons of CO2 equivalent. This figure includes both direct emissions from owned or controlled sources (Scope 1) and indirect emissions from purchased energy (Scope 2). a
Compared to 2022, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of CJ CheilJedang decreased by 20.23%, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its operations. a
CJ CheilJedang's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 1
- Year-over-Year Change
What are CJ CheilJedang's Scope 1 emissions?
In 2023, the total Scope 1 emissions of CJ CheilJedang were 2,196,000 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a
Has CJ CheilJedang reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?
Since 2020, CJ CheilJedang's Scope 1 emissions have decreased by 17.75%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time. a b
Compared to the previous year (2022), CJ CheilJedang's Scope 1 emissions decreased by 22.21%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower direct emissions from assets it owns or controls. a
What are CJ CheilJedang's Scope 2 emissions?
In 2023, CJ CheilJedang reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 1,129,000 tCO₂e without specifying the calculation method. a
Has CJ CheilJedang reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?
Since 2020, CJ CheilJedang's Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions ( Unspecified Calculation Method) have decreased by 23.04%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 2 emissions over time. a b
Compared to the previous year (2022), CJ CheilJedang's Scope 2 emissions (Unspecified Calculation Method) fell by 16.06% in 2023, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its energy consumption. a
What methodology does CJ CheilJedang use for Scope 2 reporting?
In 2023, CJ CheilJedang reported its Scope 2 emissions using an unspecified methodology. a
CJ CheilJedang's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 2 (Unspecified Calculation Method)
Insights into CJ CheilJedang's Value Chain Emissions
In 2023, CJ CheilJedang reported 9,528,000 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) of Scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, representing indirect emissions across its upstream and downstream value chain. a
The 2023 disclosure of CJ CheilJedang includes a breakdown across 6 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, matching the level of disclosure in 2022, demonstrating consistent Scope 3 emissions reporting coverage year over year. a
CJ CheilJedang's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 3
- Year-over-Year Change
What are CJ CheilJedang's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2023, CJ CheilJedang reported total Scope 3 emissions of 9,528,000 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a
Approximately 99.45% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 0.55% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment. a
Compared to the previous year (2022), CJ CheilJedang's Scope 3 emissions remained relatively stable, indicating that CJ CheilJedang 's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its value chain footprint. a
What categories of Scope 3 emissions does CJ CheilJedang disclose?
In 2023, CJ CheilJedang reported emissions for 6 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol. a
This partial disclosure allows for some insight into the company's indirect impacts.
What are the main sources of CJ CheilJedang's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2023, the largest contributors to CJ CheilJedang's Scope 3 emissions were: a
- Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 7,478,000 tCO₂e (78.48%)
- Fuel- and Energy-Related Services (Cat. 3): 1,095,000 tCO₂e (11.49%)
- Downstream Transportation and Distribution (Cat. 9): 537,000 tCO₂e (5.64%)
CJ CheilJedang's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories
Insights into CJ CheilJedang’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers
In 2023, CJ CheilJedang reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 2,196,000 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 22,713 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 96.69 tCO₂e per millions USD. a
CJ CheilJedang's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers
How does CJ CheilJedang's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?
In 2023, CJ CheilJedang reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 96.69 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 44.18 , this places the company above its industry benchmark, indicating it is less carbon-efficient than most competitors. a
Where does CJ CheilJedang rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?
In 2023, CJ CheilJedang ranked 23 out of 24 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD). a
This places CJ CheilJedang among the least efficient performers, with one of the highest emissions intensities in its sector. a
Insights into CJ CheilJedang's Total Carbon Footprint
In 2023, CJ CheilJedang reported a total carbon footprint of 12,853,000 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 11.08% decrease compared to 2022, indicating progress in reducing its overall greenhouse gas output. a
The largest contributor to CJ CheilJedang's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 74.13% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 1 emissions at 17.09%. a