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Kokuyo Co

Kokuyo Co., Ltd., a prominent name in the stationery and office supplies industry, is headquartered in Japan. Founded in 1905, the company has established itself as a leader in innovative writing instruments, paper products, and office solutions, catering to both educational and professional markets. With a strong presence in Asia and expanding operations globally, Kokuyo is renowned for its commitment to quality and design. The company’s core offerings include notebooks, planners, and various office supplies, distinguished by their functionality and user-centric design. Kokuyo's dedication to sustainability and continuous improvement has earned it a notable position in the market, recognised for its contributions to enhancing productivity and creativity in workspaces. As a trusted brand, Kokuyo continues to shape the future of stationery with its innovative approach and customer-focused solutions.

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82

Industry Average

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25

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Kokuyo Co's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Kokuyo Co., headquartered in Japan, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,158,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 7,464,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 21,323,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and a significant 1,136,033,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, which encompasses various categories such as purchased goods and services (1,013,016,000 kg CO2e) and downstream transportation and distribution (51,123,000 kg CO2e). Kokuyo has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint, aiming for a 42% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 2030, based on a 2022 baseline. Additionally, the company plans to cut Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services by 25% within the same timeframe. Furthermore, Kokuyo is committed to ensuring that 12.5% of its suppliers by emissions will have science-based targets by 2028. The company has also pledged to achieve carbon neutrality in three key areas—manufacturing, mobility products (electrification), and energy use—by 2035. These initiatives align with global climate goals and demonstrate Kokuyo's commitment to sustainability and reducing its environmental impact.

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43,112,000
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371,268,000
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Kokuyo Co's primary industry is Other business services (74), which is very 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 Kokuyo Co is in JP, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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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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