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Ajinomoto

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Ajinomoto Co., Inc., commonly known as Ajinomoto, is a leading global player in the food and biotechnology industries, headquartered in Japan (JP). Founded in 1909, the company has made significant strides in developing umami seasoning and a diverse range of food products, including frozen foods, seasonings, and amino acids. With a strong presence in Asia, North America, and Europe, Ajinomoto is renowned for its innovative approach to food solutions, focusing on health and nutrition. Its flagship product, monosodium glutamate (MSG), revolutionised flavour enhancement, setting the company apart in the competitive market. Ajinomoto's commitment to sustainability and quality has earned it a prominent position in the industry, with notable achievements in research and development, ensuring it remains at the forefront of culinary and nutritional advancements.

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77

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Food Product Manufacturing industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

13

Industry Benchmark

Ajinomoto's score of 77 is higher than 88% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Ajinomoto's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Ajinomoto Co., Inc. reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 11,467,156,000 kg CO2e, which includes Scope 1 emissions of about 767,084,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 512,652,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions of about 10,187,420,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 50% by 2030, using 2018 as the base year. This commitment is part of a broader strategy to achieve net-zero emissions across its entire value chain by 2050. Ajinomoto's reduction initiatives include a commitment to eliminate all hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) by 2030 at facilities using fluorocarbons. The company also aims to reduce Scope 3 emissions by 30% per ton of production by 2030. These targets have been certified by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which aligns with the goal of limiting global warming to 1.5°C. The company has reported a Scope 3 emissions intensity of approximately 3,720 kg CO2e per tonne of production for 2024, indicating a focus on improving efficiency and sustainability in its operations. Ajinomoto's climate commitments reflect a proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing its environmental impact, with a clear roadmap for significant reductions in the coming years.

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Scope 1
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Scope 2
433,000,000
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Scope 3
1,030,000,000
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0,000,000,000
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Ajinomoto's primary industry is Food products nec, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Ajinomoto is in JP, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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