SK Square Co Ltd

Common Name
SK Square
Country
South Korea
Sector
Technology
Industry
Semiconductors
Employees
88
Ticker
402340
Exchange
KOREA EXCHANGE
Description
SK Square Co., Ltd. is a prominent investment holding company with diversification across various sectors in South Korea. Primarily functioning as a strategic investment entity, the company focuses on...

SK Square's GHG Emissions Data Preview

In 2024, SK Square 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).

SK Square has also provided a category-level breakdown for 7 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.

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Total Scope 3
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Verified Sources Behind SK Square’s Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions Data

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a. SK Square's Sustainability Report 2024
a. SK Square's Sustainability Report 2024
b. SK Square's ESG Report 2022
b. SK Square's ESG Report 2022

Insights into SK Square's Operational Emissions

In 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of SK Square amounted to 611.2 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 SK Square decreased by 3.82%, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its operations. a

SK Square's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time

20222023202404590135180tCO2e+18%-1%
  • Total Scope 1
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are SK Square's Scope 1 emissions?

In 2024, the total Scope 1 emissions of SK Square were 173.4 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a

Has SK Square reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?

Since 2022, SK Square's Scope 1 emissions have increased by 16.22%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time. a

Compared to the previous year (2023), SK Square's Scope 1 emissions decreased by 1.2%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower direct emissions from assets it owns or controls. a

What are SK Square's Scope 2 emissions?

In 2024, SK Square reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 197.5 tCO₂e using the market-based method and 437.8 tCO₂e using the location-based method. a

Has SK Square reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?

Since 2022, SK Square's Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions ( Location-Based) have remained relatively stable, indicating that SK Square 's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint. a

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

What methodology does SK Square use for Scope 2 reporting?

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

SK Square's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time

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  • Total Scope 2 Location-Based
  • Total Scope 2 Market-Based

Insights into SK Square's Value Chain Emissions

In 2024, SK Square reported 1,205,829 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 SK Square includes a breakdown across 7 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, up from 5 in 2023, reflecting improved emissions accounting practices and greater transparency across the company's value chain a

SK Square's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time

2022202320240450 k900 k1.35 M1.8 MtCO2e0%-26%
  • Total Scope 3
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are SK Square's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2024, SK Square reported total Scope 3 emissions of 1,205,829 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a

Approximately 0.13% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 99.87% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment. a

Has SK Square reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?

Since 2022, SK Square's Scope 3 emissions have decreased by 26.12%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 3 emissions over time. a b

Compared to the previous year (2023), SK Square's Scope 3 emissions decreased by 26.36%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower indirect emissions from its value chain. a

What categories of Scope 3 emissions does SK Square disclose?

In 2024, SK Square reported emissions for 7 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 SK Square's Scope 3 emissions?

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

  • Investments (Cat. 15): 1,204,255 tCO₂e (99.87%)
  • Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 1,312 tCO₂e (0.11%)
  • Fuel- and Energy-Related Services (Cat. 3): 114 tCO₂e (0.01%)

SK Square's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories

Investments(Cat. 15)(99.9%)

Insights into SK Square’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers

In 2024, SK Square reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 173.4 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 4,178 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 0.04 tCO₂e per millions USD. a

SK Square's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers

220010,000500,00020,000,000Scope 1 Emissions (tCO2e)505002,00020,000100,000Revenues (Millions of USD)NAGRambusYear: 2023Scope 1: 1,733 tCO2eRevenue: $M 461Scope 1 Intensity: 3.76 tCO2e/$MMicrochip TechnologyYear: 2023Scope 1: 439,683 tCO2eRevenue: $M 8,439Scope 1 Intensity: 52.10 tCO2e/$MVeriSilicon Microelectronics ShanghaiYear: 2023Scope 1: 28 tCO2eRevenue: $M 329Scope 1 Intensity: 0.09 tCO2e/$MWinbond ElectronicsYear: 2023Scope 1: 62,898 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,445Scope 1 Intensity: 25.72 tCO2e/$MPhison ElectronicsYear: 2024Scope 1: 344 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,799Scope 1 Intensity: 0.19 tCO2e/$MVishay IntertechnologyYear: 2023Scope 1: 32,864 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,402Scope 1 Intensity: 9.66 tCO2e/$MMontage TechnologyYear: 2023Scope 1: 5 tCO2eRevenue: $M 321Scope 1 Intensity: 0.01 tCO2e/$MCirrus LogicYear: 2025Scope 1: 325 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,896Scope 1 Intensity: 0.17 tCO2e/$MMonolithic Power SystemsYear: 2024Scope 1: 2,197 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,207Scope 1 Intensity: 1.00 tCO2e/$MSK HynixYear: 2024Scope 1: 3,762,584 tCO2eRevenue: $M 45,109Scope 1 Intensity: 83.41 tCO2e/$MNNNovatek MicroelectronicsYear: 2024Scope 1: 377 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,138Scope 1 Intensity: 0.12 tCO2e/$MRealtek SemiconductorYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,362 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,462Scope 1 Intensity: 0.39 tCO2e/$MNXP SemiconductorsYear: 2024Scope 1: 254,936 tCO2eRevenue: $M 12,614Scope 1 Intensity: 20.21 tCO2e/$MSkyworks SolutionsYear: 2023Scope 1: 29,692 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,772Scope 1 Intensity: 6.22 tCO2e/$MQorvoYear: 2025Scope 1: 107,713 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,719Scope 1 Intensity: 28.96 tCO2e/$MAAAsmedia TechnologyYear: 2023Scope 1: 24 tCO2eRevenue: $M 209Scope 1 Intensity: 0.12 tCO2e/$MSTMicroelectronicsYear: 2024Scope 1: 538,136 tCO2eRevenue: $M 11,354Scope 1 Intensity: 47.39 tCO2e/$MGGGlobal Mixed Mode TechnologyYear: 2024Scope 1: 50 tCO2eRevenue: $M 252Scope 1 Intensity: 0.20 tCO2e/$MRenesas ElectronicsYear: 2024Scope 1: 125,385 tCO2eRevenue: $M 8,589Scope 1 Intensity: 14.60 tCO2e/$MGlobal UnichipYear: 2024Scope 1: 173 tCO2eRevenue: $M 765Scope 1 Intensity: 0.23 tCO2e/$MMarvell TechnologyYear: 2023Scope 1: 4,645 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,507Scope 1 Intensity: 0.84 tCO2e/$MRohmYear: 2024Scope 1: 165,232 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,089Scope 1 Intensity: 53.49 tCO2e/$MSynapticsYear: 2023Scope 1: 212 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,355Scope 1 Intensity: 0.16 tCO2e/$MQualcommYear: 2024Scope 1: 84,465 tCO2eRevenue: $M 38,962Scope 1 Intensity: 2.17 tCO2e/$MSK SquareYear: 2024Scope 1: 173 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,178Scope 1 Intensity: 0.04 tCO2e/$M

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

In 2024, SK Square reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 0.04 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 1.58 , this places the company below its industry benchmark, indicating it is more carbon-efficient than most competitors. a

Where does SK Square rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?

In 2024, SK Square ranked 2 out of 24 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD). a

This places SK Square among the top performers, with one of the lowest emissions intensities relative to peers. a

Insights into SK Square's Total Carbon Footprint

In 2024, SK Square reported a total carbon footprint of 1,206,440.2 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 26.35% decrease compared to 2023, indicating progress in reducing its overall greenhouse gas output. a

The largest contributor to SK Square's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 99.95% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 2 emissions at 0.04%. a

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