Kyocera
Kyocera Corporation, a leading multinational company headquartered in Japan (JP), has established itself as a key player in the technology and manufacturing sectors since its founding in 1959. With a diverse portfolio that spans ceramics, electronics, and telecommunications, Kyocera is renowned for its innovative solutions in areas such as semiconductor packaging, solar energy, and document imaging. The company operates extensively across Asia, Europe, and the Americas, positioning itself as a global leader in advanced materials and components. Notable achievements include pioneering developments in ceramic technology and sustainable energy solutions, which have solidified its reputation for quality and reliability. Kyocera's commitment to innovation and sustainability sets it apart in a competitive market, making it a trusted name for businesses seeking cutting-edge technology and environmentally friendly products.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Kyocera'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.
Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Ceramics 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.
Industry Benchmark
Kyocera's score of 68 is higher than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Kyocera's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Kyocera Corporation reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 5,761,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 1,018,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 5,357,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at around 5,048,000,000 kg CO2e. This reflects a commitment to reducing emissions across all scopes. Kyocera has set ambitious targets to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions by 46.2% from fiscal year 2019/20 levels by FY2030/31, as endorsed by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). This includes a significant focus on both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, as well as Scope 3 emissions. Additionally, the company aims to increase its renewable energy adoption by 20 times by FY2031 compared to FY2014 levels and is committed to achieving carbon neutrality by 2050 in alignment with the Paris Agreement. Overall, Kyocera's proactive approach to climate commitments demonstrates its dedication to sustainability and reducing its carbon footprint in the semiconductor and semiconductor equipment sector.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Kyocera 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.
