Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, a prominent player in the global electronics and electrical equipment industry, is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. Founded in 1921, the company has established itself as a leader in various sectors, including air conditioning, factory automation, and power systems. With a strong presence in Asia, Europe, and the Americas, Mitsubishi Electric is renowned for its innovative solutions and commitment to sustainability. The company’s core products, such as advanced HVAC systems and cutting-edge industrial automation technologies, are distinguished by their energy efficiency and reliability. Mitsubishi Electric has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for its environmental initiatives and technological advancements. As a trusted name in the industry, Mitsubishi Electric continues to shape the future of smart infrastructure and energy management, solidifying its market position as a pioneer in the field.
How does Mitsubishi Electric'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.
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In 2023, Mitsubishi Electric reported total carbon emissions of approximately 183,379,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 272,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 679,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 182,427,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects the company's ongoing commitment to addressing climate change through substantial reduction targets. Mitsubishi Electric has set ambitious goals to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions. The company aims to achieve a 42% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by FY2031, using FY2022 as the baseline. Additionally, it targets a 30% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions by FY2031, with FY2019 as the reference year. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to contribute to limiting global warming to 1.5°C. Previously, Mitsubishi Electric had also committed to reducing Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 18% by 2030 from a 2016 baseline, alongside a 15% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from a 2018 baseline. These initiatives demonstrate the company's proactive approach to sustainability and its dedication to mitigating climate impact across its operations.
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2008 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 474,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 316,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 387,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 |
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Mitsubishi Electric 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.