Advantest Sustainability Profile
Advantest Corporation, a leading provider of automated test equipment (ATE), is headquartered in Japan and operates extensively across Asia, Europe, and North America. Founded in 1954, Advantest has established itself as a key player in the semiconductor and electronics industries, focusing on test solutions for integrated circuits and system-on-chip devices. The company’s core offerings include advanced semiconductor test systems, memory test solutions, and software for data analysis, all designed to enhance efficiency and accuracy in testing processes. Advantest is renowned for its innovative technologies, such as the V93000 platform, which delivers high-performance testing capabilities. With a strong market position, Advantest continues to achieve notable milestones, solidifying its reputation as a trusted partner in the global electronics supply chain.
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Advantest's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Advantest Corporation reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 2,489,520,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 2,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 16,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and a significant 2,471,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions, aiming for a 60% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by FY2030 compared to a 2018 baseline. Additionally, Advantest is committed to reducing Scope 3 emissions by 15% within the same timeframe. Looking ahead, Advantest has established a long-term goal to achieve net-zero emissions in Scopes 1 and 2 by FY2050. This commitment reflects the company's dedication to addressing climate change and aligns with industry standards for sustainability. The reduction targets are part of Advantest's broader climate strategy, which is consistent with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) guidelines, ensuring that their efforts contribute to limiting global warming to 1.5°C. Overall, Advantest's emissions data and climate commitments demonstrate a proactive approach to sustainability, with clear targets and a focus on significant reductions in greenhouse gas emissions.
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| 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 3,755,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| 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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Advantest's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Advantest's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 19% last year and increased by approximately 46% since 2018, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 62% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Advantest's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Advantest has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
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