- Geopolitical tensions and supply chain disruptions
- Erratic monsoon in several regions impacting pesticide consumption
- Large price increases and volatility for raw materials
- Regulatory changes (Glyphosate use restrictions, ban on certain insecticides)
Sumitomo Chemical India Limited
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2022-23 reporting, Sumitomo Chemical India Limited disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 26.0K Metric tonnes of CO2 equivalent (Scope 1 & 2). By scope: Scope 1: 26.0K Metric tonnes of CO2 equivalent; Scope 2: 14.8K Metric tonnes of CO2 equivalent. 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
26.0K Metric tonnes of CO2 equivalent (Scope 1 & 2)
2022-23
Renewable Energy
50%
of total energy
Water Usage
458.5K kilolitres (2022-23)
2022-23
Waste
13.1K metric tonnes (2022-23)
2022-23
Energy Use
521.0K GJ (2022-23)
2022-23
📊 Emissions by Scope (2022-23)
| 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). | 26.0K Metric tonnes of CO2 equivalent |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 14.8K Metric tonnes of CO2 equivalent |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Reduced CO2 emissions by 4000 MT in 2022-23 by replacing fossil fuels with biofuels
- Collected and recycled 2195 MT of plastic waste
- Vermiculture process enables sewage wastewater processing, meeting 60-70% of processed water requirement
- Renewables constitute around 50% of SCIL’s total energy consumption (6.1 MW wind and 2.5 MW solar)
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
SustainabilityEnvironmental ProtectionSocial ResponsibilityEmployee Well-beingGreen Transformation (GX)Digital Transformation (DX)