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Hitachi Capital

Hitachi Capital (commonly known as Novuna) is a leading financial services provider headquartered in Great Britain. Established in 1982, the company has evolved significantly, expanding its operations across the UK and Europe. Specialising in asset finance, consumer finance, and business solutions, Hitachi Capital stands out for its innovative approach to financing, offering tailored solutions that meet the diverse needs of its clients. With a strong market position, Hitachi Capital has achieved notable milestones, including the launch of its digital finance platform, which enhances customer experience and accessibility. The company is recognised for its commitment to sustainability and responsible lending, making it a trusted partner for businesses and consumers alike. Through its comprehensive range of services, Hitachi Capital continues to drive growth and support the financial aspirations of its customers.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Hitachi Capital's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

33

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Services Auxiliary to Financial Intermediation 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.

29

Industry Benchmark

Hitachi Capital's score of 33 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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Hitachi Capital's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Hitachi Capital reported total carbon emissions of approximately 606,400 kg CO2e in Great Britain, comprising 206,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 376,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 25,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This marks an increase from 2023, when emissions were about 544,500 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 167,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 363,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 15,000 kg CO2e. Hitachi Capital has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute emissions by 50% across Scopes 1 and 2 by 2025, using a fiscal year 2019 baseline. Additionally, they are committed to achieving net-zero emissions by no later than 2050, with these targets currently undergoing validation by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The company also pledges to source 100% renewable electricity by the end of 2030. These initiatives reflect Hitachi Capital's dedication to aligning with a 1.5°C pathway and demonstrate their proactive approach to addressing climate change within the financial services sector.

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20192023
Scope 1
1,191,000
000,000
Scope 2
546,000
000,000
Scope 3
2,981,000
000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Hitachi Capital's primary industry is Services auxiliary to financial intermediation (67), 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 Hitachi Capital is in GB, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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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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