Toyobo Co., Ltd., a prominent player in the textile and chemical industries, is headquartered in Osaka, Japan. Founded in 1882, the company has evolved significantly, expanding its operations across Asia, Europe, and the Americas. Toyobo is renowned for its innovative solutions in areas such as advanced materials, biotechnology, and functional films. The company’s core products include high-performance fibres, packaging materials, and medical devices, distinguished by their quality and technological advancements. Toyobo's commitment to sustainability and research has positioned it as a leader in the market, achieving notable milestones in product development and environmental initiatives. With a strong focus on innovation, Toyobo continues to enhance its global presence and maintain its competitive edge in the ever-evolving industrial landscape.
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In 2024, Toyobo reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 6,000,000,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 831,000,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 172,000,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and a significant 5,499,000,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by at least 46% by fiscal 2031, compared to fiscal 2014 levels. Additionally, Toyobo has committed to achieving net zero emissions for Scope 1 and 2 by fiscal 2051. For Scope 3 emissions, which include emissions from purchased goods and services as well as the use of sold products, Toyobo aims for a reduction of 12.5% by fiscal 2031 from a fiscal 2021 baseline. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Toyobo's commitment to contributing to a decarbonised society. The company is actively working towards these goals as part of its long-term sustainability strategy.
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2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Toyobo is participating in some of the initiatives that 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.