Sumitomo Forestry Co Ltd
Sumitomo Forestry's GHG Emissions Data Preview
In 2023, Sumitomo Forestry 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).
Sumitomo Forestry has also provided a category-level breakdown for 12 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.
| Metric (tCO2e) | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 - 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Total Scope 1 | 0000000 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | 0000000 |
Total Scope 2 | ||||
Unspecified Calculation Method | 0000000 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | 0000000 |
Total Scope 3 | 0000000 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | 0000000 |
This table provides a simplified preview of selected GHG emissions data points. To access the complete dataset with full disclosures, detailed breakdowns, and source traceability, create a free account to view purchase options.
Insights into Sumitomo Forestry's Operational Emissions
In 2023, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Sumitomo Forestry amounted to 335,672 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).
Compared to 2022, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Sumitomo Forestry decreased by 5.69%, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its operations.
Sumitomo Forestry's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 1
- Year-over-Year Change
What are Sumitomo Forestry's Scope 1 emissions?
In 2023, the total Scope 1 emissions of Sumitomo Forestry were 221,516 metric tons of COâ‚‚ equivalent (tCOâ‚‚e).
Has Sumitomo Forestry reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?
Since 2018, Sumitomo Forestry's Scope 1 emissions have decreased by 16.1%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time.
Compared to the previous year (2022), Sumitomo Forestry's Scope 1 emissions decreased by 7.56%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower direct emissions from assets it owns or controls.
What are Sumitomo Forestry's Scope 2 emissions?
In 2023, Sumitomo Forestry reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 114,156 tCOâ‚‚e without specifying the calculation method.
Has Sumitomo Forestry reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?
Since 2018, Sumitomo Forestry's Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions (Unspecified Calculation Method) have remained relatively stable, indicating that Sumitomo Forestry 's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint.
Compared to the previous year (2022), Sumitomo Forestry's Scope 2 emissions (Unspecified Calculation Method) have remained relatively stable, indicating that Sumitomo Forestry 's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint.
What methodology does Sumitomo Forestry use for Scope 2 reporting?
In 2023, Sumitomo Forestry reported its Scope 2 emissions using an unspecified methodology.
Sumitomo Forestry's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 2 (Unspecified Calculation Method)
Insights into Sumitomo Forestry's Value Chain Emissions
In 2023, Sumitomo Forestry reported 3,410,000 metric tons of COâ‚‚ equivalent (tCOâ‚‚e) of Scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, representing indirect emissions across its upstream and downstream value chain.
The 2023 disclosure of Sumitomo Forestry includes a breakdown across 9 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.
Sumitomo Forestry's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 3
- Year-over-Year Change
What are Sumitomo Forestry's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2023, Sumitomo Forestry reported total Scope 3 emissions of 3,410,000 metric tons of COâ‚‚ equivalent (tCOâ‚‚e).
Approximately 97.57% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 2.43% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment.
Compared to the previous year (2022), Sumitomo Forestry's Scope 3 emissions remained relatively stable, indicating that Sumitomo Forestry 's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its value chain footprint.
What categories of Scope 3 emissions does Sumitomo Forestry disclose?
In 2023, Sumitomo Forestry reported emissions for 9 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol.
This partial disclosure allows for some insight into the company's indirect impacts.
What are the main sources of Sumitomo Forestry's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2023, the largest contributors to Sumitomo Forestry's Scope 3 emissions were:
- Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 2,736,000 tCOâ‚‚e (80.23%)
- Upstream Transportation and Distribution (Cat. 4): 400,000 tCOâ‚‚e (11.73%)
- Downstream Transportation and Distribution (Cat. 9): 86,000 tCOâ‚‚e (2.52%)
Sumitomo Forestry's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories
Insights into Sumitomo Forestry's Total Carbon Footprint
In 2023, Sumitomo Forestry reported a total carbon footprint of 3,745,672 metric tons of COâ‚‚ equivalent (tCOâ‚‚e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 1.76% decrease compared to 2022, indicating progress in reducing its overall greenhouse gas output.
The largest contributor to Sumitomo Forestry's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 91.04% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 1 emissions at 5.91%.