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Ajinomoto Food Manufacturing Co., Ltd.

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Ajinomoto Food Manufacturing Co., Ltd., a prominent player in the food industry, is headquartered in Japan (JP) and operates extensively across Asia, Europe, and the Americas. Founded in 1909, the company has a rich history marked by innovation, including the development of umami seasoning, which revolutionised culinary practices worldwide. Specialising in the production of seasonings, frozen foods, and processed food products, Ajinomoto stands out for its commitment to quality and sustainability. Its core offerings, such as MSG and various flavour enhancers, are renowned for enhancing the taste of dishes while maintaining health-conscious formulations. With a strong market position, Ajinomoto has achieved notable milestones, including numerous awards for product excellence and sustainability initiatives, solidifying its reputation as a leader in the global food manufacturing sector.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Ajinomoto Food Manufacturing Co., Ltd.'s carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

72

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Pre-Prepared Foods 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.

11

Industry Benchmark

Ajinomoto Food Manufacturing Co., Ltd.'s score of 72 is higher than 86% 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 Food Manufacturing Co., Ltd.'s reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Ajinomoto Co., Inc.

Ajinomoto Food Manufacturing Co., Ltd., headquartered in Japan (JP), currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year. The company is a current subsidiary of Ajinomoto Co., Inc., which cascades its climate commitments and emissions data. Ajinomoto Co., Inc. has set various climate initiatives, including Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) commitments, but specific reduction targets for Ajinomoto Food Manufacturing Co., Ltd. are not detailed. The company is involved in broader sustainability efforts, including participation in the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) and the RE100 initiative, which aims for 100% renewable energy usage. As of now, there are no documented absolute emissions figures or specific reduction achievements for Ajinomoto Food Manufacturing Co., Ltd. However, the overarching commitments from its parent company indicate a focus on reducing carbon footprints and enhancing sustainability practices across its operations.

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2014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Scope 1
1,167,816,000
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0,000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 2
1,143,380,000
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0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
000,000,000
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000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 3
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00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
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00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Ajinomoto Food Manufacturing Co., Ltd.'s primary industry is Prepared/preserved foods, which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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 Food Manufacturing Co., Ltd. is in JP, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Ajinomoto Food Manufacturing Co., Ltd. is not participating in any 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.

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

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