Tdk
TDK Corporation, headquartered in Japan, is a global leader in electronic components and materials. Founded in 1935, TDK has established a strong presence in various operational regions, including Asia, Europe, and North America. The company is renowned for its innovative solutions in the electronics industry, particularly in passive components, magnetic materials, and energy devices. With a commitment to quality and sustainability, TDK's core products include capacitors, inductors, and ferrite cores, which are integral to modern electronic devices. The company has achieved significant milestones, such as advancements in automotive and industrial applications, solidifying its market position as a trusted supplier. TDK's dedication to research and development continues to drive its success, making it a pivotal player in the ever-evolving electronics landscape.
DitchCarbon Score
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Tdk's score of 77 is higher than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Tdk's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, TDK Corporation reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 27,882,001,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 146,350,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 1,236,669,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 26,498,982,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. This reflects TDK's comprehensive approach to emissions reporting, which includes direct emissions from operations as well as indirect emissions from the supply chain and product use. TDK has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by FY2050. In the near term, the company has committed to reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 42% by FY2030, using FY2021 as the baseline. Additionally, TDK plans to reduce Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services and the use of sold products by 25% within the same timeframe. Furthermore, TDK aims for 5% of its suppliers, by spend, to have science-based targets by FY2028. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and demonstrate TDK's commitment to addressing climate change through significant reductions in greenhouse gas emissions. The company is also focused on long-term goals, including a 90% reduction in Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by FY2050, further solidifying its role in the transition to a low-carbon economy.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 95,912,000 | 00,000,000 | 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 | 1,378,207,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 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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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Tdk 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.
