Yamaha Motor
Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd., commonly known as Yamaha, is a leading Japanese manufacturer headquartered in Iwata, Japan. Established in 1953, the company has made significant strides in the automotive and marine industries, becoming a prominent player in the global market. Yamaha operates across various regions, including North America, Europe, and Asia, focusing on motorcycles, marine products, and power products. Renowned for its innovative engineering, Yamaha offers a diverse range of products, including motorcycles, outboard motors, and all-terrain vehicles. The company is celebrated for its commitment to quality and performance, setting it apart from competitors. With a strong market position, Yamaha has achieved numerous accolades, solidifying its reputation as a pioneer in the motor industry.
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Yamaha Motor's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Yamaha Motor reported total carbon emissions of approximately 31,100,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 144,959,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 257,699,000 kg CO2e. The majority of their emissions, approximately 30,549,563,000 kg CO2e, fall under Scope 3, primarily from the use of sold products. Yamaha has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed. The company has been actively reporting its emissions across all three scopes, indicating a comprehensive approach to climate accountability. In previous years, emissions have shown fluctuations, with Scope 1 and 2 emissions in Japan for 2021 recorded at approximately 52,436,000 kg CO2e and 98,657,000 kg CO2e, respectively. This reflects a consistent effort to monitor and manage emissions, particularly in their operational activities. Yamaha's climate commitments align with industry standards, focusing on transparency and sustainability, although further details on specific reduction initiatives or targets are currently unavailable.
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| 2010 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 34,046,049,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Yamaha Motor is not participating in any 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.
