Hitachi Astemo
Hitachi Astemo, a leading global player in the automotive components industry, is headquartered in Japan (JP) and operates extensively across Asia, Europe, and North America. Established in 2021 through the merger of Hitachi Automotive Systems and other subsidiaries, the company has quickly positioned itself as a key innovator in advanced mobility solutions. Specialising in areas such as electric powertrain systems, advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), and automotive components, Hitachi Astemo is renowned for its commitment to sustainability and cutting-edge technology. The company’s core products, including high-performance sensors and electric motors, are designed to enhance vehicle safety and efficiency, setting them apart in a competitive market. With a strong emphasis on research and development, Hitachi Astemo has achieved significant milestones, solidifying its reputation as a trusted partner for automotive manufacturers worldwide.
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Hitachi Astemo's score of 34 is higher than 93% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Hitachi Astemo's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Hitachi Astemo reported significant carbon emissions, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 17,859,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at about 763,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching around 20,878,000,000 kg CO2e. This reflects their ongoing commitment to addressing climate change across all scopes of emissions. For the year 2022, the company’s global emissions totalled approximately 1,031,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 20,244,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at around 1,063,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at approximately 18,976,000,000 kg CO2e. In Japan, their emissions for 2022 were reported at about 275,800,000 kg CO2e. Hitachi Astemo has set ambitious reduction targets, committing to an 80% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by FY2030, using FY2021 as the baseline. Additionally, they aim to reduce Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services, fuel and energy-related activities, and the use of sold products by 25% within the same timeframe. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to contribute to limiting global warming to 1.5°C. Overall, Hitachi Astemo is actively working towards substantial emissions reductions, demonstrating a strong commitment to sustainability and climate action in the automotive and components sector.
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Get Started| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 21,827,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,044,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 16,601,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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