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Communication Equipment Manufacturing
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Asahi Kasei Microdevices Corporation Sustainability Profile

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Asahi Kasei Microdevices Corporation, a subsidiary of the Asahi Kasei Group, is a leading player in the semiconductor industry, headquartered in Japan. Established in 1984, the company has made significant strides in the development of advanced microdevices, particularly in the fields of automotive, healthcare, and industrial applications. With a strong focus on innovation, Asahi Kasei Microdevices offers a diverse range of products, including high-performance sensors and integrated circuits. Their unique approach to design and manufacturing has positioned them as a trusted partner for clients seeking cutting-edge technology solutions. Recognised for their commitment to quality and reliability, Asahi Kasei Microdevices continues to expand its global footprint, serving markets across Asia, Europe, and North America. Their dedication to research and development has solidified their reputation as a key player in the semiconductor landscape.

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72

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

Asahi Kasei Microdevices Corporation's score of 72 is higher than 82% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

82%

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Asahi Kasei Microdevices Corporation's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Asahi Kasei Corporation

Asahi Kasei Microdevices Corporation, headquartered in Japan (JP), currently does not report specific carbon emissions data, as no emissions figures are available. The company is a current subsidiary of Asahi Kasei Corporation, which may influence its climate commitments and initiatives. While there are no documented reduction targets or specific climate pledges from Asahi Kasei Microdevices Corporation, it is important to note that emissions data and performance metrics may be cascaded from its parent company, Asahi Kasei Corporation. This relationship suggests that the corporation may align its climate strategies with broader initiatives set by its parent organisation. Asahi Kasei Corporation has been active in addressing climate change, and any relevant targets or achievements in emissions reduction may be reflected in the parent company's sustainability reports. However, specific details regarding these initiatives or their impact on Asahi Kasei Microdevices Corporation's operations are not disclosed. In summary, while Asahi Kasei Microdevices Corporation does not currently provide emissions data or specific climate commitments, its affiliation with Asahi Kasei Corporation may play a role in shaping its environmental strategies in the future.

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How Carbon Intensive is Asahi Kasei Microdevices Corporation's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Asahi Kasei Microdevices Corporation's primary industry is Communication Equipment Manufacturing, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Asahi Kasei Microdevices Corporation'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 Kasei Microdevices Corporation is in JP, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Asahi Kasei Microdevices Corporation's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Asahi Kasei Microdevices Corporation's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 0% last year and increased by approximately 113% since 2015, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 79% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 41% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
41%
Purchased Goods and Services
35%
Use of Sold Products
12%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
6%
Capital Goods
4%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
2%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Business Travel
<1%

Asahi Kasei Microdevices Corporation'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 Kasei Microdevices Corporation 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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