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JP
updated 5 months ago

Kowa

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Kowa Company, Ltd., commonly referred to as Kowa, is a prominent Japanese corporation headquartered in Nagoya, Japan. Established in 1894, Kowa has evolved into a key player in various industries, including pharmaceuticals, textiles, and optical products. The company is renowned for its innovative approach to healthcare, particularly in the development of prescription medications and over-the-counter products. Kowa's core offerings include high-quality pharmaceuticals, advanced medical devices, and precision optical equipment, such as binoculars and microscopes. Their commitment to research and development has positioned them as a leader in the pharmaceutical sector, with notable achievements in cardiovascular and dermatological treatments. With a strong presence in both domestic and international markets, Kowa continues to uphold its reputation for excellence and innovation across its diverse business areas.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Kowa's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

18

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

Kowa's score of 18 is lower than 68% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Kowa's reported carbon emissions

Kowa, headquartered in Japan (JP), currently does not report any specific carbon emissions data, as there are no available figures for kg CO2e emissions. Additionally, there are no documented reduction targets or climate pledges outlined in their sustainability initiatives. As such, Kowa's climate commitments and strategies remain unclear, and there is no information regarding any emissions inherited from a parent or related organization. Without specific data or targets, it is challenging to assess Kowa's position in the context of industry climate commitments.

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

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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 Kowa is in JP, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Kowa is not participating in any 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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