Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd.
Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd., a prominent player in the global telecommunications and electrical equipment industry, is headquartered in Japan. Established in 1884, the company has evolved significantly, marking key milestones in innovation and technology. With a strong presence in Asia, Europe, and North America, Furukawa Electric excels in areas such as optical fibre, copper cables, and advanced materials. The company is renowned for its cutting-edge products, including high-performance optical fibre systems and energy-efficient electrical solutions, which set it apart in a competitive market. As a leader in the telecommunications sector, Furukawa Electric has garnered recognition for its commitment to quality and sustainability, solidifying its position as a trusted partner for businesses worldwide.
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Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd.'s reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 4,693,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 147,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 346,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 4,200,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The total emissions for 2022 were about 5,029,000,000 kg CO2e, indicating a reduction in emissions year-on-year. Furukawa Electric has set ambitious targets to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions. The company aims to achieve a reduction of at least 42% in absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030, using 2021 as the base year. Additionally, it has committed to a 25% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions, which encompass emissions from purchased goods and services as well as the use of sold products, also by 2030. The company has further pledged to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050, encompassing both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. These commitments align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect a strong commitment to addressing climate change within the electrical equipment and machinery sector. Furukawa Electric's emissions data and reduction targets are independently reported and do not cascade from any parent organization, ensuring that their climate commitments are directly attributable to their own operations.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 172,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 570,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 4,735,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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