Benesse Corporation, headquartered in Japan, is a leading player in the education and lifestyle industry. Founded in 1955, the company has evolved significantly, expanding its operations across Asia and beyond. Benesse is renowned for its innovative educational services, including correspondence courses and digital learning platforms, which cater to a diverse range of learners from early childhood to adults.
The company’s unique approach combines traditional educational methods with cutting-edge technology, setting it apart in a competitive market. Notable achievements include its strong presence in the Japanese market and successful international ventures, particularly in Asia. With a commitment to fostering lifelong learning, Benesse continues to enhance its offerings, making it a trusted name in education and personal development.
+20 vs industry average
Benesse’s score of 43 is higher than 70% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Education Services has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Education Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 19% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
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Benesse's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Benesse Corporation, headquartered in Japan, reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 154,000,000 kg CO2e. This total includes Scope 1 emissions of 294,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of 4,327,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of 149,400,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions are further broken down into categories such as purchased goods and services (127,079,000 kg CO2e) and downstream transportation and distribution (4,757,000 kg CO2e). Benesse has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 52.8% by 2030, using 2018 as the base year. Additionally, the company targets a 14.8% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions by the same year. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are classified as consistent with the reductions required to limit global warming to 1.5°C. The emissions data and reduction targets are sourced from Benesse Holdings, Inc., reflecting the company's commitment to sustainability and climate action within the education services sector.
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Benesse’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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