Askul
Askul Corporation, commonly referred to as Askul, is a leading player in the Japanese e-commerce sector, headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. Founded in 1990, the company has established itself as a prominent provider of office supplies and business solutions, catering primarily to corporate clients across the nation. Specialising in a wide range of products, Askul offers everything from stationery and office furniture to IT equipment and cleaning supplies. What sets Askul apart is its commitment to convenience and efficiency, exemplified by its next-day delivery service and user-friendly online platform. With a strong market position, Askul has achieved significant milestones, including its successful IPO in 1999. The company continues to innovate within the industry, making it a trusted partner for businesses seeking reliable and comprehensive supply solutions in Japan.
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Askul's score of 87 is higher than 93% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Askul's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, ASKUL Corporation reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 1,827,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 7,387,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 1,807,617,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3, leading to a combined total of about 1,816,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2 emissions. This reflects a decrease in Scope 1 emissions from 2,744,000 kg CO2e in 2023 and 3,160,000 kg CO2e in 2022, while Scope 2 emissions also saw a reduction from 9,017,000 kg CO2e in 2023 and 12,108,000 kg CO2e in 2022. ASKUL has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for an 88% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 from a 2021 baseline. Additionally, the company plans to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by FY2050. For Scope 3 emissions, ASKUL targets a 25% reduction by 2030, with a commitment that 90% of its suppliers will have science-based targets by 2028. The long-term goals include a 95% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2050 and a 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect ASKUL's commitment to sustainable practices in the retail sector.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 3,631,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 14,614,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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