Yamaha
Yamaha Corporation, commonly known as Yamaha, is a leading multinational company headquartered in Japan (JP). Established in 1887, Yamaha has evolved from its origins in musical instrument manufacturing to become a prominent player in the music, audio, and electronics industries. With major operational regions across Asia, Europe, and the Americas, Yamaha is renowned for its diverse range of products, including pianos, guitars, audio equipment, and motorcycles. Yamaha's commitment to innovation and quality has positioned it as a market leader, particularly in the musical instrument sector, where it is celebrated for its craftsmanship and technological advancements. The company has achieved numerous milestones, including the development of the first electronic piano in the 1980s. Today, Yamaha continues to inspire musicians and enthusiasts worldwide with its unique blend of tradition and modernity.
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Yamaha's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Yamaha Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 126,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising about 20,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 106,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. This marks a reduction from 2023, where emissions were approximately 22,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 128,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, indicating a commitment to decreasing their carbon footprint. Yamaha has set ambitious targets to achieve carbon neutrality for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by fiscal year 2051. Additionally, the company aims to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 55% by FY2030/31 from a FY2017/18 baseline. They also plan to cut absolute Scope 3 emissions by 30% within the same timeframe. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Yamaha's commitment to sustainable practices in the electrical equipment and machinery sector. The emissions data and reduction targets are sourced directly from Yamaha Corporation, with no cascading from a parent or related organization.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 25,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 133,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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