Bridgestone Corporation, a global leader in the tyre and rubber industry, is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. Founded in 1931, the company has established a strong presence in major operational regions, including North America, Europe, and Asia. Bridgestone is renowned for its innovative tyre solutions, catering to a diverse range of vehicles from passenger cars to heavy-duty trucks. With a commitment to sustainability and cutting-edge technology, Bridgestone offers unique products such as the Ecopia line, designed to enhance fuel efficiency and reduce environmental impact. The company has achieved significant milestones, including being the largest tyre manufacturer in the world by sales volume. Bridgestone's dedication to quality and performance solidifies its position as a trusted name in the automotive industry, making it a preferred choice for consumers and businesses alike.
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In 2023, Bridgestone's total carbon emissions amounted to approximately 1578982000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 1980675000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 globally. Notably, the company reported significant emissions from various regions, including 491608000 kg CO2e in Japan (Scope 1: 491608000 kg CO2e, Scope 2: 390592000 kg CO2e) and 355345000 kg CO2e in the United States (Scope 1: 355345000 kg CO2e, Scope 2: 530433000 kg CO2e). Bridgestone has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute CO2 emissions by 30% by 2023 compared to 2011 levels. Furthermore, the company has committed to a 50% reduction by 2030, also relative to 2011 levels, across all scopes. This includes a specific target to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 28% by 2030 from a 2019 baseline, with a goal for 92% of its suppliers to adopt science-based targets by 2026. Bridgestone's long-term vision includes achieving carbon neutrality by 2050, with a commitment to using 100% sustainable materials in its products. The company is actively working towards these goals, demonstrating a strong commitment to environmental sustainability and climate action.
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2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 1,828,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 2,448,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 122,834,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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