Nissin Foods
Nissin Foods, officially known as Nissin Food Products Co., Ltd., is a pioneering leader in the instant noodle industry, headquartered in Japan. Founded in 1958, the company revolutionised the food sector with the introduction of the first-ever instant ramen, "Chikin Ramen," setting a benchmark for convenience and flavour. With a strong presence in Asia, North America, and Europe, Nissin Foods continues to innovate, offering a diverse range of products, including cup noodles and frozen meals. Their commitment to quality and unique flavours distinguishes them in a competitive market. Notably, Nissin holds a significant market position, recognised for its contributions to food culture and culinary trends worldwide.
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Nissin Foods's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Nissin Foods reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 134,448,000 kg CO2e, comprising 113,291,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 21,157,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. This marks a reduction from 2023, where emissions were about 130,188,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 110,299,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 20,089,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions, aiming for a 50% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG intensity by 2025, using 2021 as a baseline. Nissin Foods is committed to achieving net-zero emissions across its value chain by 2050. Near-term targets include a 42.4% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 from a 2020 baseline, and a 25% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. The company also aims for a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by 2050, with a specific target of 72% for Scope 3 emissions. In 2024, Nissin Foods achieved a significant 41% reduction in Scope 1 emissions at its Mandaue plant compared to 2023, primarily through decreased coal usage. The company has also reported a 32% reduction in GHG intensity (Scope 1 and 2) compared to its 2021 baseline. Nissin Foods's climate commitments align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), ensuring that their targets are consistent with the reductions required to limit global warming to 1.5°C. The company is actively working towards these goals while also committing to no deforestation across its primary deforestation-linked commodities by the end of 2025.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | - | - |
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