- Economic slowdown due to inflation and reduced consumer spending.
- Supply chain disruptions.
- Climate change risks (extreme rainfall, extreme heat, water scarcity).
- Regulatory changes (carbon tax, renewable energy mandates).
- Talent shortage.
三芳化學工業股份有限公司
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023-01-01 to 2023-12-31 reporting, 三芳化學工業股份有限公司 disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 18.9K tCO2e/year (Scope 1 & 2 for parent company Scope 3 data collection to be completed in Q3 2024). By scope: Scope 1: 2.9K tCO2e/year (parent company); Scope 2: 15.9K tCO2e/year (parent company); Scope 3: Data collection to be completed in Q3 2024. Figures are as stated in the company's own report and may use different boundaries, units or methods (for example market-based vs location-based Scope 2), so compare with care.
GHG Emissions
18.9K tCO2e/year (Scope 1 & 2 for parent company Scope 3 data collection to be completed in Q3 2024)
2023-01-01 to 2023-12-31
Renewable Energy
21.59% (electricity)
of total energy
Water Usage
403.1 million liters/year
2023-01-01 to 2023-12-31
Waste
3.8K tons/year
2023-01-01 to 2023-12-31
Energy Use
76.9M kWh/year (electricity) + 4861990 m³/year (natural gas) + 52166107 kg/year (biomass)
2023-01-01 to 2023-12-31
📊 Emissions by Scope (2023-01-01 to 2023-12-31)
| Scope | What it covers | Reported value |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | Direct emissions from sources the company owns or controls (fuel combustion, company vehicles, process and fugitive emissions). | 2.9K tCO2e/year (parent company) |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 15.9K tCO2e/year (parent company) |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | Data collection to be completed in Q3 2024 |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
📈 Emissions by Report Period
| Report period | Headline emissions figure reported |
|---|---|
| 2023-01-01 to 2023-12-31 | 18.9K tCO2e/year (Scope 1 & 2 for parent company Scope 3 data collection to be completed in Q3 2024) |
| 2022 | 30.5K tCO2e/year (Scope 1 and 2 combined Kaosiung plant only; other plants estimated) |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Reduced greenhouse gas emissions by approximately 37% compared to 2022 (Scope 1 and 2 for the parent company).
- Water consumption reduced by 2% compared to 2022, and 27% compared to 2018.
- Waste reduced by 2% compared to 2018.
- Used 1,521 tons of GRS recycled polyester pellets.
- Reduced organic solvent usage in raw materials, lowering VOCs.
- Kaosiung plant signed a greenhouse gas offsetting cooperation letter of intent with the Kaohsiung Environmental Protection Bureau, aiming to offset approximately 4,140 tons of CO2e annually.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Reduce water consumption by 5% by 2025 (compared to 2018).
- Reduce waste by 2% by 2025 (compared to 2018).
- Reduce carbon emissions by 18% by 2025 (compared to 2018).
📅 Medium-term
- Achieve 30% renewable energy by 2030.
- Submit SBTi targets by 2026.
🔭 Long-term
- Net-zero emissions by 2050.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Company GovernanceEnvironmental ProtectionEmployee Well-beingSocial ContributionSupply Chain ManagementProduct Quality and R&DLegal ComplianceWater Resource and Wastewater ManagementAir Pollutant ManagementWaste and Hazardous Substance ManagementEnergy Consumption and ManagementTalent CultivationOccupational Health and Safety