Yokohama Rubber Co., Ltd., commonly known as Yokohama, is a leading Japanese manufacturer headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. Established in 1917, the company has grown to become a prominent player in the global tyre and rubber industry, with significant operations across Asia, North America, and Europe. Yokohama specialises in the production of high-performance tyres for passenger vehicles, trucks, and buses, as well as industrial rubber products. Renowned for their innovative technology and commitment to sustainability, Yokohama's tyres are designed to enhance safety and performance while minimising environmental impact. With a strong market position, Yokohama has achieved notable milestones, including the development of eco-friendly tyre solutions and advanced tread designs. The company continues to be recognised for its quality and reliability, making it a trusted choice for consumers and businesses alike.
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In 2023, Yokohama Rubber reported total carbon emissions of approximately 26,000,000,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 588,000,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 494,000,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and 25,718,000,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). The Scope 3 emissions primarily stem from the use of sold products, accounting for about 20,735,000,000 kg CO2e, and purchased goods and services, which contributed approximately 3,381,000,000 kg CO2e. In comparison, the previous year, 2022, saw total emissions of around 26,661,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 648,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 593,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 26,661,000,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a slight reduction in total emissions from 2022 to 2023. Yokohama Rubber is committed to reducing its carbon footprint and has made near-term targets as part of its sustainability initiatives. The company is actively engaged in the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and has committed to near-term reduction targets, although specific numerical targets have not been disclosed. The company has not yet committed to a net-zero target. Overall, Yokohama Rubber's emissions data reflects a significant reliance on Scope 3 emissions, highlighting the importance of addressing emissions throughout its value chain as part of its climate commitments.
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2011 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 2,463,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 4,161,150 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 57,246,000 | - | 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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