Nikon
Nikon Corporation, commonly referred to as Nikon, is a leading multinational company headquartered in Japan (JP). Established in 1917, Nikon has evolved into a prominent player in the imaging and optical equipment industry, with significant operations across Asia, Europe, and the Americas. The company is renowned for its innovative cameras, precision optics, and imaging solutions, including digital single-lens reflex (DSLR) cameras, mirrorless systems, and high-performance lenses. Nikon's commitment to quality and technological advancement has solidified its position as a trusted brand among professional photographers and enthusiasts alike. With a rich history marked by key milestones, such as the introduction of the first Nikon camera in 1948, the company continues to push the boundaries of imaging technology, making it a formidable competitor in the global market.
DitchCarbon Score
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Nikon's score of 51 is higher than 88% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Nikon's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Nikon Corporation reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 736,704,000 kg CO2e, which includes emissions from all three scopes. Specifically, their emissions breakdown includes about 29,957,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, approximately 178,899,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and around 736,704,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. Nikon has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 71% by FY 2030, using FY 2013 as the baseline. Additionally, they plan to cut Scope 3 emissions—specifically from purchased goods and services, upstream transportation and distribution, and the use of sold products—by 31% by the same year. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to contribute to limiting global warming to 1.5°C. Nikon's commitment to sustainability reflects its recognition of the urgent need to address climate change, positioning the company as a responsible player in the technology hardware and equipment sector.
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Add to project| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 28,446,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 192,078,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,546,014,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Nikon 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.
