Ajinomoto
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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Ajinomoto's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Ajinomoto Co., Inc. reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 11,467,156,000 kg CO2e globally. This includes 767,084,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and 512,652,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by FY2050. Ajinomoto's near-term targets include a 50.4% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by FY2030, using FY2018 as the baseline. Additionally, the company aims to reduce absolute Scope 3 emissions by 30% within the same timeframe. Notably, Ajinomoto has committed to no deforestation across its primary deforestation-linked commodities by December 31, 2025. For long-term goals, Ajinomoto plans to achieve a 90% reduction in both Scope 1 and 2 emissions and Scope 3 emissions by FY2050, again referencing FY2018 as the baseline. The company is also focused on reducing Scope 3 FLAG emissions by 72% by FY2050. These commitments reflect Ajinomoto's dedication to sustainability and its proactive approach to addressing climate change within the food and beverage processing sector.
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| 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,360,000,000 | 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 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 433,000,000 | 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 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,030,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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