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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As of 2023, Bridgestone Corporation, headquartered in Japan (JP), reported significant greenhouse gas emissions across various scopes. The company’s total emissions included approximately 1,578,982,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 488,634,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 99,201,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. Bridgestone has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 28% by 2030, using 2019 as the base year. Additionally, the company has committed that 92% of its suppliers, based on emissions from purchased goods and services, will have science-based targets by 2026. These targets align with the goal of limiting global warming to well below 2°C, reflecting Bridgestone's proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint.
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Get Started2016 | 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 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.