The report analyzed the magnitude of estimated climate-related risks of five most emission-intensive companies in Korea. “Climate-related risks” refer to the potential financial risks posed by climate change to companies, investors, and the financial system. The study found climate-related risks are quickly penetrating into the financial realms of companies, and are expected to cause insolvency in financial structures by damaging operating profits by up to 24%p. In sum, the report gives policy guidance on how the industry sector and the government can effectively handle the increasing climate-related risks.
Summary
The report analyzed the magnitude of estimated climate-related risks of five most emission-intensive companies in Korea from major industries including the steel, semiconductor, refining, petrochemicals and automotive manufacturing. “Climate-related risks” refer to the potential financial risks posed by climate change to companies, investors, and the financial system. The study found climate-related risks are quickly penetrating into the financial realms of companies, and are expected to cause insolvency in financial structures by damaging operating profits by up to 24%p. In sum, the report gives policy guidance on how the industry sector and the government can effectively handle the increasing climate-related risks.
Contents
Executive Summary
I. Introduction: Carbon neutral, nothing but a mere declaration by companies
II. Climate-related risks faced by Korean industries
1. Definition of climate-related risks and the channels through which they affect the financial statements of companies
2. Climate-related risk ① : Revenue loss caused by policy changes
3. Climate-related risk ② : Cost increases caused by climate-related regulations
III. Financial impact of climate-related risks on five emission-intensive companies in Korea
1. Methodology
2. Results of analysis by company
1) Steel industry – POSCO
2) Semiconductor industry– Samsung Electronics
3) Oil refining industry – S-Oil
4) Petrochemical industry – LG Chem
5) Automotive manufacturing industry – Hyundai Motor Company
Ⅳ. Conclusion: What is the best strategy for companies and the government to handle increasing climate-related risks?
Appendix-1. Policy goals and regulations related to climate change in Korea and overseas
Appendix-2. Strengthened K-ETS Scenario
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