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Communication Equipment Manufacturing
JP
updated a month ago

Akai Electric Co. Ltd. Sustainability Profile

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Akai Electric Co. Ltd., commonly known as Akai, is a prominent player in the electronics industry, headquartered in Japan. Founded in the early 1920s, the company has evolved significantly, establishing itself as a leader in audio and video equipment, particularly in the realms of music production and consumer electronics. With a strong presence in major operational regions across Asia, Europe, and North America, Akai is renowned for its innovative products, including the iconic MPC series, which revolutionised music sampling and production. The brand is celebrated for its commitment to quality and creativity, making it a preferred choice among musicians and audio professionals worldwide. Akai's dedication to technological advancement and user-friendly design has solidified its market position, earning accolades for both its heritage and modern contributions to the industry.

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How does Akai Electric 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.

23

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Communication Equipment 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.

32

Industry Benchmark

Akai Electric Co. Ltd.'s score of 23 is lower than 68% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Akai Electric Co. Ltd.'s reported carbon emissions

Akai Electric Co. Ltd., headquartered in Japan (JP), currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available, as indicated by the absence of reported figures. The company is a current subsidiary and may inherit emissions data from its parent organization, but no specific details have been provided regarding this cascade. In terms of climate commitments, Akai Electric Co. Ltd. has not outlined any reduction targets or initiatives, including those aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other industry standards. The lack of documented climate pledges or reduction strategies suggests that the company may still be in the early stages of developing its sustainability framework. As a subsidiary, Akai Electric Co. Ltd. may benefit from the climate strategies and targets set by its parent company, but specific information on these initiatives has not been disclosed. The absence of emissions data and reduction commitments highlights a potential area for improvement in the company's environmental accountability and transparency.

How Carbon Intensive is Akai Electric Co. Ltd.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Akai Electric Co. Ltd.'s primary industry is Communication Equipment Manufacturing, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Akai Electric Co. Ltd.'s Location?

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

Akai Electric Co. Ltd.'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.

Akai Electric Co. Ltd. has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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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