Nippon Yusen
Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha, commonly known as NYK Line, is a leading global logistics and shipping company headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. Established in 1885, NYK has evolved into a prominent player in the maritime industry, with a strong presence in Asia, Europe, and the Americas. The company operates across various sectors, including container shipping, bulk shipping, and logistics services, offering a diverse range of core products that cater to the needs of its clients. NYK Line is renowned for its commitment to innovation and sustainability, employing advanced technologies to enhance operational efficiency and reduce environmental impact. With a rich history marked by significant milestones, such as pioneering container shipping in Japan, NYK has solidified its market position as a trusted provider of integrated logistics solutions. Its dedication to quality service and customer satisfaction continues to drive its success in the competitive shipping landscape.
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Nippon Yusen's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha (NYK), headquartered in Japan, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 14,929,553,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 11,410,363,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 63,342,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 3,455,848,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint, aiming for a 30% reduction in Scope 1 emissions per ton-kilometre by 2030, with a long-term goal of achieving a 50% reduction by 2050, using 2015 as the baseline year. Additionally, NYK is committed to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across all scopes by 2050. This includes a specific target to reach net-zero operational emissions (Scope 2) by 2030. The company has also pledged a 45% reduction in both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030, compared to fiscal 2021 levels. These commitments reflect NYK's dedication to sustainability and its proactive approach to addressing climate change within the shipping and logistics sector.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 11,650,054,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 49,444,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,623,678,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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