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Iwatani

Iwatani Corporation, a leading name in the energy and industrial sectors, is headquartered in Japan (JP) and operates extensively across Asia and beyond. Founded in 1930, Iwatani has established itself as a pioneer in the production and distribution of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) and related products, playing a crucial role in the energy market. The company is renowned for its innovative cooking appliances, including portable gas stoves and outdoor cooking equipment, which are designed for efficiency and safety. Iwatani's commitment to quality and sustainability has positioned it as a trusted brand among consumers and businesses alike. With a strong market presence and a focus on technological advancement, Iwatani continues to achieve notable milestones in the energy industry, reinforcing its reputation as a leader in providing reliable energy solutions.

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49

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Construction Work industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

20

Industry Benchmark

Iwatani's score of 49 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Iwatani's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Iwatani reported total carbon emissions of approximately 12,118,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 83,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 145,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 11,691,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a commitment to transparency in their emissions reporting across all scopes. Iwatani has set ambitious climate targets, aiming for a 50% reduction in both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by FY2030, using 2018 as the baseline year. This target has been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and aligns with the goal of limiting global warming to 1.5°C. Furthermore, the company has committed to achieving carbon neutrality by FY2050, demonstrating a long-term commitment to sustainability. In 2022, Iwatani's emissions were approximately 10,850,342,000 kg CO2e globally, with Scope 1 emissions at 116,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 310,000,000 kg CO2e. The company continues to measure and address its Scope 3 emissions, which accounted for the majority of its total emissions. Overall, Iwatani's climate commitments reflect a proactive approach to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and contributing to global climate goals.

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Scope 1
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Scope 2
140,000,000
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Scope 3
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0,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Iwatani's primary industry is Construction work (45), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Iwatani is in JP, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Iwatani is participating in some of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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