Nidec
Nidec Corporation, a global leader in the electric motor industry, is headquartered in Japan and operates extensively across Asia, Europe, and the Americas. Founded in 1973, Nidec has established itself as a pioneer in precision motors, serving diverse sectors such as automotive, industrial, and consumer electronics. The company is renowned for its innovative core products, including small precision motors and large-scale industrial motors, which are distinguished by their high efficiency and reliability. Nidec's commitment to research and development has positioned it as a market leader, achieving significant milestones such as the acquisition of several key companies to expand its technological capabilities. With a strong focus on sustainability and advanced engineering, Nidec continues to drive growth and maintain its competitive edge in the global market.
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Nidec's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Nidec Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 286,093,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 269,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (market-based) at approximately 791,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching about 285,033,000,000 kg CO2e. This reflects a significant commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions across all scopes. Nidec has set ambitious targets to address its carbon footprint. The company aims to achieve net-zero CO2 emissions across its entire supply chain by FY 2050. In the near term, Nidec has committed to reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 42% by FY 2030, using FY 2022 as the baseline. Additionally, it plans to reduce absolute Scope 3 emissions by 25% within the same timeframe. These targets align with industry standards for climate action, demonstrating Nidec's commitment to sustainability and its role in mitigating climate change. The company is actively working towards these goals, reflecting a proactive approach to environmental responsibility in the electrical equipment and machinery sector.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 92,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 612,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 3,582,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 |
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Nidec 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.
