NOF Corp

Common Name
NOF
Country
Japan
Sector
Basic Materials
Industry
Specialty Chemicals
Employees
3,997
Ticker
4403
Exchange
TOKYO STOCK EXCHANGE
Description
Nof Corporation is a prominent player in the chemical industry, primarily engaged in manufacturing and distributing a broad spectrum of chemical products. As a company operating in the speciality chem...

NOF's GHG Emissions Data Preview

In 2024, NOF completed a corporate carbon footprint assessment and publicly disclosed its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions according to the GHG Protocol, covering Scope 2 (indirect emissions from purchased energy) and Scope 3 (indirect emissions across the value chain).

NOF has also provided a category-level breakdown for 9 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.

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Total Scope 2
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Total Scope 3
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Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M)
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Verified Sources Behind NOF’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 NOF’s data sources below and access millions more through our Disclosure Search.

a. NOF's Integrated Report 2025
a. NOF's Integrated Report 2025
b. NOF's Sustainability Report 2024
b. NOF's Sustainability Report 2024
c. NOF's Sustainability Report 2023
c. NOF's Sustainability Report 2023
d. NOF's ESG Data Spreadsheet 2022
d. NOF's ESG Data Spreadsheet 2022

Insights into NOF's Operational Emissions

In 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of NOF amounted to 124,000 metric tons of CO2 equivalent. This figure reflects indirect emissions from purchased energy (Scope 2). a

Compared to 2023, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of NOF decreased by 33.9%, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its operations. a b

What are NOF's Scope 2 emissions?

In 2024, NOF reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 102,000 tCO₂e using the market-based method and 124,000 tCO₂e using the location-based method. a

Has NOF reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?

Compared to the previous year (2023), NOF's Scope 2 emissions (Location-Based) have remained relatively stable, indicating that NOF 's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint. a

What methodology does NOF use for Scope 2 reporting?

In 2024, NOF reported its Scope 2 emissions using the market-based method and using the location-based method. a

NOF's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time

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  • Total Scope 2 Location-Based
  • Total Scope 2 Market-Based
  • Total Scope 2 (Unspecified Calculation Method)

Insights into NOF's Value Chain Emissions

In 2024, NOF reported 972,100 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 2024 disclosure of NOF includes a breakdown across 9 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, matching the level of disclosure in 2023, demonstrating consistent Scope 3 emissions reporting coverage year over year. a

NOF's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time

20212022202320240250 k500 k750 k1 MtCO2e+553%+53%+62%
  • Total Scope 3
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are NOF's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2024, NOF reported total Scope 3 emissions of 972,100 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a

Approximately 67.19% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 32.81% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment. a

Has NOF reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?

Since 2021, NOF's Scope 3 emissions have increased by 1,514.78%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 3 emissions over time. a d

Compared to the previous year (2023), NOF's Scope 3 emissions increased by 61.99%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions across its value chain. a

What categories of Scope 3 emissions does NOF disclose?

In 2024, NOF reported emissions for 9 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 NOF's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2024, the largest contributors to NOF's Scope 3 emissions were: a

  • Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 520,500 tCO₂e (53.54%)
  • End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products (Cat. 12): 292,300 tCO₂e (30.07%)
  • Capital Goods (Cat. 2): 52,500 tCO₂e (5.4%)

NOF's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories

Purchased Goods andServices (Cat. 1)(53.5%)End-of-LifeTreatment of SoldProducts (Cat. 12)(30.1%)Capital Goods(Cat. 2)(5.4%)

Insights into NOF’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers

In 2023, NOF reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 58,600 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 1,634 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 35.85 tCO₂e per millions USD. b

NOF's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers

5,00050,0001,000,00020,000,000200,000,000Scope 1 Emissions (tCO2e)2001,0005,00020,000100,000Revenues (Millions of USD)DNUBEYear: 2023Scope 1: 3,360,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,714Scope 1 Intensity: 904.63 tCO2e/$MMitsui ChemicalsYear: 2023Scope 1: 3,675,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 14,111Scope 1 Intensity: 260.44 tCO2e/$MTaiheiyo CementYear: 2023Scope 1: 20,065,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,078Scope 1 Intensity: 3,301.47 tCO2e/$MKansai PaintYear: 2023Scope 1: 75,009 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,822Scope 1 Intensity: 19.63 tCO2e/$MNippon Paint HoldingsYear: 2023Scope 1: 83,887 tCO2eRevenue: $M 10,200Scope 1 Intensity: 8.22 tCO2e/$MLintecYear: 2023Scope 1: 91,490 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,137Scope 1 Intensity: 42.82 tCO2e/$MDOWA HoldingsYear: 2022Scope 1: 1,039,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,817Scope 1 Intensity: 152.42 tCO2e/$MDICYear: 2024Scope 1: 282,856 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,823Scope 1 Intensity: 41.46 tCO2e/$MAir WaterYear: 2023Scope 1: 573,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 7,544Scope 1 Intensity: 75.95 tCO2e/$MKanekaYear: 2022Scope 1: 624,100 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,667Scope 1 Intensity: 110.12 tCO2e/$MMitsubishi Chemical GroupYear: 2023Scope 1: 6,727,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 34,794Scope 1 Intensity: 193.34 tCO2e/$MOji HoldingsYear: 2024Scope 1: 5,791,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 11,201Scope 1 Intensity: 517.01 tCO2e/$MMitsubishi Gas ChemicalYear: 2023Scope 1: 715,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,865Scope 1 Intensity: 121.91 tCO2e/$MNagase & CoYear: 2022Scope 1: 31,099 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,397Scope 1 Intensity: 4.86 tCO2e/$MDenkaYear: 2023Scope 1: 1,393,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,060Scope 1 Intensity: 455.27 tCO2e/$MTakasago InternationalYear: 2023Scope 1: 28,866 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,402Scope 1 Intensity: 20.58 tCO2e/$MDDDaio PaperYear: 2023Scope 1: 3,153,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,851Scope 1 Intensity: 649.91 tCO2e/$MDaido SteelYear: 2022Scope 1: 367,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,341Scope 1 Intensity: 84.55 tCO2e/$MKobe SteelYear: 2024Scope 1: 14,200,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 16,793Scope 1 Intensity: 845.59 tCO2e/$MNitto DenkoYear: 2024Scope 1: 291,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,043Scope 1 Intensity: 48.16 tCO2e/$MResonac HoldingsYear: 2024Scope 1: 3,300,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 8,863Scope 1 Intensity: 372.33 tCO2e/$MTokai CarbonYear: 2023Scope 1: 1,900,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,573Scope 1 Intensity: 738.34 tCO2e/$MJFE HoldingsYear: 2024Scope 1: 44,000,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 34,170Scope 1 Intensity: 1,287.70 tCO2e/$MSumitomo BakeliteYear: 2023Scope 1: 79,554 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,139Scope 1 Intensity: 37.19 tCO2e/$MMaruichi Steel TubeYear: 2022Scope 1: 45,650 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,838Scope 1 Intensity: 24.84 tCO2e/$MNNNOFYear: 2023Scope 1: 58,600 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,634Scope 1 Intensity: 35.85 tCO2e/$M

How does NOF's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?

In 2023, NOF reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 35.85 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 121.91 , this places the company below its industry benchmark, indicating it is more carbon-efficient than most competitors. b

Where does NOF rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?

In 2023, NOF ranked 6 out of 25 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD). b

NOF is therefore positioned in the mid-range of its industry, neither a clear leader nor a laggard in carbon efficiency. b

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