Mitsubishi Gas Chemical Co Inc
Mitsubishi Gas Chemical's GHG Emissions Data Preview
In 2023, Mitsubishi Gas Chemical 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).
Mitsubishi Gas Chemical has also provided a category-level breakdown for 13 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.
| Metric (tCO2e) | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 - 2017 |
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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 |
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Market-Based | 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 |
Location-Based | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | 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 |
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Insights into Mitsubishi Gas Chemical's Operational Emissions
In 2023, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Mitsubishi Gas Chemical amounted to 1,397,000 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 Mitsubishi Gas Chemical increased by 5.35%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing its emissions from its core operations. a
Mitsubishi Gas Chemical's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 1
- Year-over-Year Change
What are Mitsubishi Gas Chemical's Scope 1 emissions?
In 2023, the total Scope 1 emissions of Mitsubishi Gas Chemical were 715,000 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a
Has Mitsubishi Gas Chemical reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?
Since 2019, Mitsubishi Gas Chemical's Scope 1 emissions have increased by 18.57%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time. a b
Compared to the previous year (2022), Mitsubishi Gas Chemical's Scope 1 emissions decreased by 3.77%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower direct emissions from assets it owns or controls. a
What are Mitsubishi Gas Chemical's Scope 2 emissions?
In 2023, Mitsubishi Gas Chemical reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 682,000 tCO₂e using the market-based method. a
Has Mitsubishi Gas Chemical reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?
Since 2019, Mitsubishi Gas Chemical's Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions ( Market-Based) have increased by 176.11%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 2 emissions over time. a b
Compared to the previous year (2022), Mitsubishi Gas Chemical's Scope 2 emissions (Market-Based) rose by 16.98% in 2023, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions from purchased electricity and energy a
What methodology does Mitsubishi Gas Chemical use for Scope 2 reporting?
In 2023, Mitsubishi Gas Chemical reported its Scope 2 emissions using the market-based method. a
Mitsubishi Gas Chemical's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 2 Market-Based
Insights into Mitsubishi Gas Chemical's Value Chain Emissions
In 2023, Mitsubishi Gas Chemical reported 9,265,000 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 Mitsubishi Gas Chemical includes a breakdown across 13 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
Mitsubishi Gas Chemical's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 3
- Year-over-Year Change
What are Mitsubishi Gas Chemical's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2023, Mitsubishi Gas Chemical reported total Scope 3 emissions of 9,265,000 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a
Approximately 68.42% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 31.58% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment. a
Has Mitsubishi Gas Chemical reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?
Since 2019, Mitsubishi Gas Chemical's Scope 3 emissions have increased by 15.55%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 3 emissions over time. a b
Compared to the previous year (2022), Mitsubishi Gas Chemical's Scope 3 emissions remained relatively stable, indicating that Mitsubishi Gas Chemical 's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its value chain footprint. a
What categories of Scope 3 emissions does Mitsubishi Gas Chemical disclose?
In 2023, Mitsubishi Gas Chemical reported emissions for 13 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol. a
This reflects a high level of granularity and transparency in the company's emissions reporting.
What are the main sources of Mitsubishi Gas Chemical's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2023, the largest contributors to Mitsubishi Gas Chemical's Scope 3 emissions were: a
- Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 5,325,000 tCO₂e (57.47%)
- End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products (Cat. 12): 2,647,000 tCO₂e (28.57%)
- Upstream Transportation and Distribution (Cat. 4): 337,000 tCO₂e (3.64%)
Mitsubishi Gas Chemical's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories
Insights into Mitsubishi Gas Chemical’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers
In 2023, Mitsubishi Gas Chemical reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 715,000 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 5,865 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 121.91 tCO₂e per millions USD. a
Mitsubishi Gas Chemical's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers
How does Mitsubishi Gas Chemical's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?
In 2023, Mitsubishi Gas Chemical reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 121.91 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 152.42 , this places the company below its industry benchmark, indicating it is more carbon-efficient than most competitors. a
Where does Mitsubishi Gas Chemical rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?
In 2023, Mitsubishi Gas Chemical ranked 12 out of 25 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD). a
Mitsubishi Gas Chemical is therefore positioned in the mid-range of its industry, neither a clear leader nor a laggard in carbon efficiency. a
Insights into Mitsubishi Gas Chemical's Total Carbon Footprint
In 2023, Mitsubishi Gas Chemical reported a total carbon footprint of 10,662,000 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 0.36% decrease compared to 2022, indicating progress in reducing its overall greenhouse gas output. a
The largest contributor to Mitsubishi Gas Chemical's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 86.9% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 1 emissions at 6.71%. a