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Medical Device Manufacturing
JP
updated a month ago

ASAHI INTECC CO., LTD. Sustainability Profile

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ASAHI INTECC CO., LTD., headquartered in Japan, is a leading innovator in the medical device industry, specialising in advanced catheter technology. Founded in 1981, the company has established a strong presence in major operational regions, including North America and Europe, and is renowned for its commitment to quality and precision. The core products of ASAHI INTECC include guidewires and catheters, which are pivotal in minimally invasive procedures. Their unique manufacturing processes and cutting-edge materials set them apart, ensuring superior performance and reliability. With a robust market position, ASAHI INTECC has achieved significant milestones, including numerous patents and industry awards, solidifying its reputation as a trusted partner in healthcare innovation.

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19

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Medical Device 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.

27

Industry Benchmark

ASAHI INTECC CO., LTD.'s score of 19 is lower than 84% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

16%

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ASAHI INTECC CO., LTD.'s reported carbon emissions

Asahi Intecc Co., Ltd., headquartered in Japan, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 50,499,000 kg CO2e for the year 2024, with Scope 1 emissions accounting for about 2,490,000 kg CO2e. In 2023, the company recorded total emissions of about 49,296,000 kg CO2e, which included Scope 1 emissions of approximately 2,367,000 kg CO2e and significant Scope 3 emissions, notably from purchased goods and services (about 92,610,000 kg CO2e) and capital goods (about 22,034,000 kg CO2e). Over the years, Asahi Intecc has shown a trend of increasing total emissions, with 2022 emissions at about 46,734,000 kg CO2e and 2021 emissions at approximately 41,158,000 kg CO2e, which included both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. The company has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges, indicating a potential area for future commitment. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, and all figures are directly reported by Asahi Intecc Co., Ltd. The company continues to monitor its environmental impact and has outlined measures to reduce its carbon footprint, although specific reduction targets have not been established.

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2021202220232024
Scope 1
1,877,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 2
39,281,000
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Scope 3
-
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000,000,000
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How Carbon Intensive is ASAHI INTECC CO., LTD.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. ASAHI INTECC CO., LTD.'s primary industry is Medical, precision and optical instruments, watches and clocks (33), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is ASAHI INTECC 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 ASAHI INTECC CO., LTD. is in JP, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

ASAHI INTECC CO., LTD.'s Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Their carbon footprint includes supplier sustainability and value chain emissions data across Scope 3 categories, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 66% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2023
Purchased Goods and Services
66%
Capital Goods
16%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
8%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
5%
Employee Commuting
3%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
3%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
<1%
Business Travel
<1%
Processing of Sold Products
<1%

ASAHI INTECC 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.

ASAHI INTECC 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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