- Spread of herbicide-resistant weeds due to overuse of glyphosate
- Need to increase food production sustainably to meet growing global population
Kumiai Chemical Industry
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
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.
📈 Emissions by Report Period
| Report period | Headline emissions figure reported |
|---|---|
| 2022 (November 2021 to October 2022) | 66.1K tCO2e/year (Scope 1+2) |
| 2020-2023 | 58.2K tCO2e/year (Scope 1+2 FY2023) |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Reduced environmental impact compared to conventional herbicides (AXEEV® uses 1/10 the dosage)
- Lower CO2 emissions due to reduced transportation needs from lower use rate
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Environmental impact of agricultural chemicalsFood securitySustainable agriculture