NEC
NEC Corporation, commonly referred to as NEC, is a leading global technology company headquartered in Japan. Established in 1899, NEC has evolved into a key player in the information technology and telecommunications sectors, with significant operations across Asia, Europe, and North America. The company is renowned for its innovative solutions in areas such as cloud computing, AI, and network infrastructure, which are designed to enhance business efficiency and security. NEC's commitment to research and development has led to numerous milestones, including advancements in biometric authentication and smart city technologies. With a strong market position, NEC has garnered recognition for its contributions to digital transformation, making it a trusted partner for enterprises seeking cutting-edge technology solutions.
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Industry Average
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NEC's score of 92 is higher than 95% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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NEC's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, NEC Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 5,964,000,000 kg CO2e globally, with specific emissions breakdowns including 19,970,084 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 206,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. Notably, the company has set ambitious targets to reduce its emissions significantly. By FY2030/31, NEC aims to achieve a 55% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions and a 33% reduction in Scope 3 emissions, using FY2017/18 as the baseline. Furthermore, NEC has committed to reaching net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by FY2040, with long-term targets of reducing Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 90% and Scope 3 emissions by 90% from a FY2020 base year. In Japan, NEC's emissions for 2024 included 19,776,253 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and approximately 162,499,748 kg CO2e from Scope 2. The company is also a signatory to The Climate Pledge, reinforcing its commitment to sustainability and climate action. Overall, NEC's comprehensive approach to reducing carbon emissions reflects its dedication to environmental responsibility and aligns with global climate goals.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 59,000,000 | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 299,000,000 | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 9,286,000,000 | 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 | 0,000,000,000 |
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NEC 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.
