Samsung C&T Corp
Samsung C&T's GHG Emissions Data Preview
In 2024, Samsung C&T 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).
Samsung C&T has also provided a category-level breakdown for 3 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.
| Metric (tCO2e) | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 - 2017 |
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Total Scope 1 | 0000000 | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | 0000000 |
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Market-Based | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | 0000000 | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | 0000000 |
Location-Based | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | 0000000 | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | 0000000 |
Total Scope 3 | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | 0000000 | 0000000 |
Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M) | 0000000 | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | 0000000 |
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Insights into Samsung C&T's Operational Emissions
In 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Samsung C&T amounted to 195,762 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 2023, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Samsung C&T decreased by 3.64%, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its operations.a
Samsung C&T's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 1
- Year-over-Year Change
What are Samsung C&T's Scope 1 emissions?
In 2024, the total Scope 1 emissions of Samsung C&T were 91,565 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a
Has Samsung C&T reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?
Since 2020, Samsung C&T's Scope 1 emissions have increased by 19%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time.ab
Compared to the previous year (2023), Samsung C&T's Scope 1 emissions decreased by 8.97%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower direct emissions from assets it owns or controls.a
What are Samsung C&T's Scope 2 emissions?
In 2024, Samsung C&T reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 66,981 tCO₂e using the market-based method and 104,197 tCO₂e using the location-based method.a
Has Samsung C&T reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?
Since 2020, Samsung C&T's Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions (Location-Based) have remained relatively stable, indicating that Samsung C&T's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint.ab
Compared to the previous year (2023), Samsung C&T's Scope 2 emissions (Location-Based) have remained relatively stable, indicating that Samsung C&T's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint.a
What methodology does Samsung C&T use for Scope 2 reporting?
In 2024, Samsung C&T reported its Scope 2 emissions using the market-based method and using the location-based method.a
Samsung C&T's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 2 Location-Based
- Total Scope 2 Market-Based
Insights into Samsung C&T's Value Chain Emissions
In 2024, Samsung C&T reported 56,053 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 Samsung C&T includes a breakdown across 3 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
Samsung C&T's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 3
- Year-over-Year Change
What are Samsung C&T's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2024, Samsung C&T reported total Scope 3 emissions of 56,053 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a
Approximately 100% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 0% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment.a
Has Samsung C&T reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?
Since 2020, Samsung C&T's Scope 3 emissions have decreased by 50.05%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 3 emissions over time.ab
Compared to the previous year (2023), Samsung C&T's Scope 3 emissions decreased by 39.41%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower indirect emissions from its value chain.a
What categories of Scope 3 emissions does Samsung C&T disclose?
In 2024, Samsung C&T reported emissions for 3 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol.a
The limited disclosure restricts visibility into specific emission sources across the company's value chain.
What are the main sources of Samsung C&T's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2024, the largest contributors to Samsung C&T's Scope 3 emissions were:a
- Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 41,424 tCO₂e (73.9%)
- Business Travel (Cat. 6): 14,152 tCO₂e (25.25%)
- Employee Commuting (Cat. 7): 477 tCO₂e (0.85%)
Samsung C&T's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories
Insights into Samsung C&T’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers
In 2024, Samsung C&T reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 91,565 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 28,693 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 3.19 tCO₂e per millions USD.a
Samsung C&T's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers
How does Samsung C&T's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?
In 2024, Samsung C&T reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 3.19 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 15.86, this places the company below its industry benchmark, indicating it is more carbon-efficient than most competitors.a
Where does Samsung C&T rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?
In 2024, Samsung C&T ranked 5 out of 25 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD).a
This places Samsung C&T among the top performers, with one of the lowest emissions intensities relative to peers.a
Insights into Samsung C&T's Total Carbon Footprint
In 2024, Samsung C&T reported a total carbon footprint of 251,815 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 14.84% decrease compared to 2023, indicating progress in reducing its overall greenhouse gas output.a
The largest contributor to Samsung C&T's total carbon footprint was Scope 2 emissions, accounting for 41.38% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 1 emissions at 36.36%.a