- Weakening global economy and sluggish demand in end markets.
- Escalation of trade disputes and geopolitical turmoil.
- Declining demand in end markets and intensifying competition.
- Russia-Ukraine war impacting supply chains and customer destocking.
- Chinese market downturn.
Everlight Chemical Industrial Corporation
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, Everlight Chemical Industrial Corporation disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 62.3K tCO2e/year (2023). By scope: Scope 1: 16.9K tCO2e/year (2023); Scope 2: 45.4K tCO2e/year (2023). 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
62.3K tCO2e/year (2023)
2023
Water Usage
593.9 million liters/year (2023)
2023
Waste
8.6K tons/year (2023)
2023
📊 Emissions by Scope (2023)
| 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). | 16.9K tCO2e/year (2023) |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 45.4K tCO2e/year (2023) |
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 | 62.3K tCO2e/year (2023) |
| 2021-01 to 2021-12 | 82.8K tCO2e/year |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Reduced total water withdrawal by 18% from 2022 to 2023.
- Increased water recovery rate to 95% in 2023.
- Increased waste recycling rate to 71% in 2023.
- Fourth plant received the 5th National Enterprise Environmental Protection Award.
- AQ Waterborne Series won the 2024 Taiwan Excellence Silver Award.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Strengthen capabilities and enhance profits in 2024.
📅 Medium-term
- Reduce carbon emissions by 25% by 2030.
🔭 Long-term
- Achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Environmental protectionSustainable developmentGreen chemistryCircular economyCarbon reduction