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Akebono Brake Industry Co., Ltd.

Akebono Brake Industry Co., Ltd., commonly known as Akebono, is a leading manufacturer in the automotive brake industry, headquartered in Japan. Established in 1929, the company has built a strong reputation for innovation and quality, particularly in the development of advanced brake systems for both passenger and commercial vehicles. With major operational regions across Asia, North America, and Europe, Akebono focuses on producing high-performance brake pads, discs, and other braking components that are renowned for their durability and safety. The company has achieved significant milestones, including partnerships with major automotive manufacturers, solidifying its position as a trusted supplier in the global market. Akebono's commitment to research and development ensures that its products meet the evolving demands of the automotive industry, making it a key player in enhancing vehicle safety and performance.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Akebono Brake Industry 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.

15

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Motor Vehicle Retail Services 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.

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Industry Benchmark

Akebono Brake Industry Co., Ltd.'s score of 15 is higher than 80% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Akebono Brake Industry Co., Ltd.'s reported carbon emissions

Akebono Brake Industry Co., Ltd., headquartered in Japan, currently does not have publicly available carbon emissions data or specific reduction targets. As a result, there are no reported figures for their Scope 1, 2, or 3 emissions. The company has not outlined any formal climate commitments or initiatives aimed at reducing carbon emissions. In the context of the automotive industry, where sustainability and climate action are increasingly critical, Akebono Brake's lack of disclosed emissions data and reduction strategies may indicate an area for potential improvement in their environmental stewardship.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Akebono Brake Industry Co., Ltd.'s primary industry is Sale, maintenance, repair of motor vehicles, motor vehicles parts, motorcycles, motor cycles parts and accessoiries, 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. Akebono Brake Industry Co., Ltd. is headquartered in JP, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

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.

Akebono Brake Industry Co., Ltd. is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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

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