Ykk
YKK Corporation, a global leader in fastening products, is headquartered in Japan (JP) and operates extensively across Asia, Europe, and the Americas. Founded in 1934, YKK has established itself as a pioneer in the zipper and fastening industry, renowned for its commitment to quality and innovation. The company’s core offerings include zippers, hook-and-loop fasteners, and other fastening solutions, distinguished by their durability and functionality. YKK's unique manufacturing processes and emphasis on sustainability have positioned it as a trusted partner for various sectors, including fashion, automotive, and outdoor equipment. With a strong market presence and a reputation for excellence, YKK continues to achieve significant milestones, reinforcing its status as a key player in the global fastening industry.
DitchCarbon Score
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Ykk's score of 58 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Ykk's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, YKK Corporation reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 2,013,000,000 kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 92,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 193,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalling around 587,848,000 kg CO2e. YKK has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030, using 2018 as the base year. Additionally, the company targets a 30% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions over the same timeframe. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to contribute to limiting global warming to 1.5°C. The company’s emissions data reflects a significant commitment to sustainability within the textiles, apparel, footwear, and luxury goods sector, as it works towards reducing its carbon footprint and enhancing its environmental responsibility.
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Get Started| 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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| Scope 1 | 398,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 107,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 430,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Ykk is committed to some reduction initiatives 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.
