SKC Co Ltd

Common Name
SKC
Country
South Korea
Sector
Basic Materials
Industry
Specialty Chemicals
Employees
153
Ticker
011790
Exchange
KOREA EXCHANGE
Website
www.skc.kr
Description
SKC Co., Ltd. is a leading South Korean company specializing in the production and supply of advanced materials and chemicals. Initially recognized for its manufacturing of polyester films, the compan...

SKC's GHG Emissions Data Preview

In 2024, SKC 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).

SKC has also provided a category-level breakdown for 8 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.

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Verified Sources Behind SKC’s Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions Data

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a. SKC's Sustainability Report 2025
a. SKC's Sustainability Report 2025
b. SKC's Sustainability Report 2024
b. SKC's Sustainability Report 2024

Insights into SKC's Operational Emissions

In 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of SKC amounted to 785,665 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 SKC increased by 29.29%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing its emissions from its core operations. a

SKC's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time

20212022202320240200 k400 k600 k800 ktCO2e-15%-34%+33%
  • Total Scope 1
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are SKC's Scope 1 emissions?

In 2024, the total Scope 1 emissions of SKC were 457,430 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a

Has SKC reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?

Since 2021, SKC's Scope 1 emissions have decreased by 24.66%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time. a b

Compared to the previous year (2023), SKC's Scope 1 emissions increased by 33.02%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions from its directly owned or controlled operations. a

What are SKC's Scope 2 emissions?

In 2024, SKC reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 328,235 tCO₂e using the location-based method. a

Has SKC reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?

Since 2021, SKC's Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions ( Location-Based) have decreased by 34.73%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 2 emissions over time. a b

Compared to the previous year (2023), SKC's Scope 2 emissions (Location-Based) rose by 24.41% in 2024, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions from purchased electricity and energy a

What methodology does SKC use for Scope 2 reporting?

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

SKC's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time

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  • Total Scope 2 Location-Based

Insights into SKC's Value Chain Emissions

In 2024, SKC reported 1,430,872 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 SKC includes a breakdown across 8 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

SKC's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time

2022202320240650 k1.3 M1.95 M2.6 MtCO2e-58%+37%
  • Total Scope 3
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are SKC's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2024, SKC reported total Scope 3 emissions of 1,430,872 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

Compared to the previous year (2023), SKC's Scope 3 emissions increased by 36.99%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions across its value chain. a

What categories of Scope 3 emissions does SKC disclose?

In 2024, SKC reported emissions for 8 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 SKC's Scope 3 emissions?

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

  • Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 1,330,403 tCO₂e (92.98%)
  • Fuel- and Energy-Related Services (Cat. 3): 67,899 tCO₂e (4.75%)
  • Upstream Transportation and Distribution (Cat. 4): 20,392 tCO₂e (1.43%)

SKC's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories

Fuel- andEnergy-RelatedServices (Cat. 3)(4.7%)Purchased Goods andServices (Cat. 1)(93.0%)UpstreamTransportation andDistribution(Cat. 4)(1.4%)

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

In 2024, SKC reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 457,430 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 1,173 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 389.89 tCO₂e per millions USD. a

SKC's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers

1002,00050,000500,00010,000,000Scope 1 Emissions (tCO2e)1005001,0005,00010,000Revenues (Millions of USD)HUDDGNKansai Nerolac PaintsYear: 2024Scope 1: 7,886 tCO2eRevenue: $M 932Scope 1 Intensity: 8.47 tCO2e/$MHHHuabao International HoldingsYear: 2023Scope 1: 7,065 tCO2eRevenue: $M 509Scope 1 Intensity: 13.89 tCO2e/$MAarti IndustriesYear: 2024Scope 1: 605,619 tCO2eRevenue: $M 743Scope 1 Intensity: 815.48 tCO2e/$MWD-40Year: 2023Scope 1: 418 tCO2eRevenue: $M 537Scope 1 Intensity: 0.78 tCO2e/$MSensient TechnologiesYear: 2024Scope 1: 163,544 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,557Scope 1 Intensity: 105.02 tCO2e/$MPCBL ChemicalYear: 2023Scope 1: 709,970 tCO2eRevenue: $M 701Scope 1 Intensity: 1,013.40 tCO2e/$MSkshu PaintYear: 2024Scope 1: 16,232 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,659Scope 1 Intensity: 9.79 tCO2e/$MUUUSIYear: 2023Scope 1: 21,070 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,704Scope 1 Intensity: 12.37 tCO2e/$MDDDL HoldingsYear: 2023Scope 1: 1,848,712 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,927Scope 1 Intensity: 470.79 tCO2e/$MTakasago InternationalYear: 2023Scope 1: 28,866 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,402Scope 1 Intensity: 20.58 tCO2e/$MEms Chemie HoldingYear: 2024Scope 1: 22,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,287Scope 1 Intensity: 9.62 tCO2e/$MOrion SAYear: 2023Scope 1: 2,200,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,894Scope 1 Intensity: 1,161.62 tCO2e/$MSK ChemicalsYear: 2023Scope 1: 45,286 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,369Scope 1 Intensity: 33.09 tCO2e/$MDDDyno NobelYear: 2024Scope 1: 2,247,427 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,649Scope 1 Intensity: 615.94 tCO2e/$MH.B. FullerYear: 2019Scope 1: 77,629 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,897Scope 1 Intensity: 26.80 tCO2e/$MHexpolYear: 2024Scope 1: 18,918 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,855Scope 1 Intensity: 10.20 tCO2e/$MSOLYear: 2024Scope 1: 59,050 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,676Scope 1 Intensity: 35.24 tCO2e/$MGGGuangdong Hongda Holdings GroupYear: 2023Scope 1: 19,327 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,624Scope 1 Intensity: 11.90 tCO2e/$MHimadri Speciality ChemicalYear: 2024Scope 1: 409,576 tCO2eRevenue: $M 502Scope 1 Intensity: 816.22 tCO2e/$MPidilite IndustriesYear: 2025Scope 1: 8,690 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,532Scope 1 Intensity: 5.67 tCO2e/$MTokai CarbonYear: 2023Scope 1: 1,900,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,573Scope 1 Intensity: 738.34 tCO2e/$MSolar Industries IndiaYear: 2024Scope 1: 49,286 tCO2eRevenue: $M 709Scope 1 Intensity: 69.56 tCO2e/$MKumho Petro ChemicalYear: 2023Scope 1: 3,009,402 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,948Scope 1 Intensity: 608.23 tCO2e/$MPutailaiYear: 2023Scope 1: 68,539 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,158Scope 1 Intensity: 31.75 tCO2e/$MNNNingbo ShanshanYear: 2023Scope 1: 36,734 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,683Scope 1 Intensity: 13.69 tCO2e/$MSKCYear: 2024Scope 1: 457,430 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,173Scope 1 Intensity: 389.89 tCO2e/$M

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

In 2024, SKC reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 389.89 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 31.75 , this places the company above its industry benchmark, indicating it is less carbon-efficient than most competitors. a

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

In 2024, SKC ranked 18 out of 25 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD). a

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

Insights into SKC's Total Carbon Footprint

In 2024, SKC reported a total carbon footprint of 2,216,537 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 34.16% increase compared to 2023, suggesting a rise in emissions across its operations or value chain. a

The largest contributor to SKC's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 64.55% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 1 emissions at 20.64%. a

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