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Electrical Machinery Manufacturing
JP
updated 10 days ago

Epson

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Epson, officially known as Seiko Epson Corporation, is a leading global manufacturer headquartered in Japan. Established in 1942, the company has evolved significantly, becoming a key player in the imaging and printing industry. With major operational regions across Asia, Europe, and the Americas, Epson is renowned for its innovative technology in printers, projectors, and industrial solutions. Epson's core products include inkjet printers, laser printers, and large-format printing solutions, distinguished by their precision and eco-friendly features. The company has achieved notable milestones, such as pioneering the development of micro piezo technology, which enhances print quality and efficiency. As a market leader, Epson continues to set benchmarks in sustainability and performance, solidifying its position as a trusted name in the printing and imaging sector.

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54

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Electrical Machinery Manufacturing 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.

27

Industry Benchmark

Epson's score of 54 is higher than 74% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Epson's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, Seiko Epson Corporation reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 1,274,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 124,929,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 345,151,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 803,920,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint, committing to a 34% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by FY2025 from a FY2017 baseline. Additionally, Epson aims to reduce Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services and the use of sold products by 44% within the same timeframe. Looking towards the future, Epson has pledged to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by FY2050. This long-term commitment includes a significant reduction target of 90% for both Scope 1 and 2 emissions by FY2050, alongside a 55% reduction in total emissions by FY2030. These targets align with the 1.5°C scenario set by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Epson's sustainability efforts have been recognised, as evidenced by their platinum rating for sustainability from EcoVadis. The company continues to focus on reducing its environmental impact while enhancing its operational efficiency.

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20152016201720182019202020212022
Scope 1
116,826,000,000
000,000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 2
426,797,000,000
000,000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 3
-
-
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Epson's primary industry is Electrical machinery and apparatus n.e.c. (31), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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 Epson 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.

Epson is participating in some 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
Reduction Actions

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