Bridgestone Sustainability Profile
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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Bridgestone's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Bridgestone reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1439000000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 244000000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and a staggering 92919000000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. The combined total for Scope 1 and 2 emissions was about 1683000000 kg CO2e. Bridgestone has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint. The company aims to achieve a 30% reduction in CO2 emissions by 2023 compared to 2011 levels, and a more significant goal of a 50% reduction by 2030. These targets encompass all scopes of emissions. Specifically, Bridgestone has committed to reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 28% by 2030 from a 2019 baseline, with a focus on ensuring that 92% of its suppliers by emissions have science-based targets by 2026. The company is also working towards carbon neutrality by 2050, with interim milestones set for 2030. Bridgestone's initiatives include increasing the renewable electricity ratio to 50% or more by 2023 and enhancing resource efficiency across its operations. Overall, Bridgestone's climate commitments reflect a strong dedication to sustainability and reducing environmental impact, aligning with global efforts to combat climate change.
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| 2011 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,114,245,000 | 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 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 2,450,139,000 | 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 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Bridgestone's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Bridgestone's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 6% last year and decreased by approximately 24% since 2015, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 84% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Bridgestone'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.
Bridgestone has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
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