Bridgestone Corporation, a global leader in the tyre and rubber industry, is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. Founded in 1931, the company has established a strong presence in major operational regions, including North America, Europe, and Asia. Bridgestone is renowned for its innovative tyre solutions, catering to a diverse range of vehicles from passenger cars to heavy-duty trucks. With a commitment to sustainability and cutting-edge technology, Bridgestone offers unique products such as the Ecopia line, designed to enhance fuel efficiency and reduce environmental impact. The company has achieved significant milestones, including being the largest tyre manufacturer in the world by sales volume. Bridgestone's dedication to quality and performance solidifies its position as a trusted name in the automotive industry, making it a preferred choice for consumers and businesses alike.
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In 2023, Bridgestone Corporation reported significant carbon emissions, with Scope 1 emissions totalling approximately 1,578,982,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions amounting to about 488,634,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions, committing to a 28% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. Additionally, Bridgestone aims for 92% of its suppliers, based on emissions from purchased goods and services, to establish science-based targets by 2026. Bridgestone's broader climate strategy includes a goal to reduce absolute CO2 emissions by 50% by 2030, relative to 2011 levels. The company has also targeted a 30% reduction in emissions by 2023 compared to 2011. These initiatives reflect Bridgestone's commitment to decoupling business growth from environmental impact and enhancing its contributions to a circular economy. With its headquarters in Japan, Bridgestone is actively working towards achieving these climate commitments while addressing the challenges posed by climate change in the tire manufacturing sector.
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2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 1,828,000,000 | 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 |
Scope 2 | 2,448,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 122,834,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Bridgestone 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.