- Unstable energy and food markets, high inflation rates, steep interest rate hikes, and economic downturns
- Global economic downturn
- Tougher regulations such as the EU Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) and the UN Plastics Convention
Kumho Petrochemical Co., Ltd.
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2022 reporting, Kumho Petrochemical Co., Ltd. disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 3.5M tCO2e/year. By scope: Scope 1: 3.1M tCO2e/year; Scope 2: 344.4K tCO2e/year; Scope 3: 3.5M tCO2e/year. 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
3.5M tCO2e/year
2022
Renewable Energy
2.1%
of total energy
Water Usage
13.8M m3/year
2022
Waste
124.3K tons/year
2022
Energy Use
42.3K TJ/year
2022
📊 Emissions by Scope (2022)
| 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). | 3.1M tCO2e/year |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 344.4K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 3.5M tCO2e/year |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2022 | 3.5M tCO2e/year |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Established a detailed 2030 GHG reduction implementation roadmap
- Aligned executive KPIs with carbon emissions
- Completed CCUS investment approval
- Joined K-EV 100
- Obtained Zero Waste to Landfill (ZWTL) GOLD level certification (Yeosu Energy Plant II)
- Obtained ISCC PLUS certification
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Increase co-firing rate by 14% in 2030
- Achieve 100% eco-friendly vehicle by 2030
- Zero business site safety accidents
📅 Medium-term
- Reduce carbon emissions by 29% by 2030
- Achieve 30% of eco-friendly business by 2030
🔭 Long-term
- Achieve carbon neutrality by 2050
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate Change ResponseEnvironmental Management AdvancementProduct Responsibility ExpansionSafety and Health Care Section EnhancementHuman Capital ManagementResponsible Supply Chains ReinforcementRenewable Resources and Recycled Products DevelopmentESG Product Portfolio ManagementESG Perspectives-Based InvestmentESG Management Advancement