Brother Industries Sustainability Profile
Brother Industries, Ltd., commonly known as Brother, is a leading multinational corporation headquartered in Nagoya, Japan. Established in 1908, Brother has evolved into a prominent player in the technology sector, specialising in printing, imaging, and sewing solutions. With a strong presence in regions such as North America, Europe, and Asia, the company has consistently delivered innovative products that cater to both consumer and business needs. Brother's core offerings include printers, multifunction devices, label makers, and sewing machines, distinguished by their reliability and user-friendly features. The company has achieved notable milestones, including advancements in eco-friendly printing technologies and smart sewing solutions. As a trusted brand, Brother maintains a competitive market position, recognised for its commitment to quality and customer satisfaction in the ever-evolving tech landscape.
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Brother Industries's score of 64 is higher than 77% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Brother Industries's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Brother Industries reported total combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions of approximately 220,000 kg CO2e. For the previous year, 2023, the company disclosed significant emissions across various regions, including Japan, where Scope 1 emissions were about 7,523,358 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions (market-based) were approximately 36,836,333 kg CO2e. Globally, Brother Industries' total emissions for 2023 reached approximately 2,541,530,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 19,040,314 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (market-based) at around 109,839,990 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions estimated at approximately 2,431,462,000 kg CO2e. Brother Industries has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 65% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by FY2030, using FY2015 as the baseline. This target has been recognised by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) as consistent with the goal of limiting global warming to well below 2 degrees Celsius. Additionally, the company aims to reduce Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services, use of sold products, and end-of-life treatment of sold products by 30% within the same timeframe. Looking further ahead, Brother Industries is committed to achieving carbon neutrality across all business operations and minimising CO2 emissions from its entire value chain by FY2050. This long-term vision aligns with their "Brother Group Environmental Vision 2050," which prioritises CO2 emissions reduction as a key environmental goal.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - |
| Scope 2 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - |
| Scope 3 | - | 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 | - |
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Brother Industries's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Brother Industries's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 29% last year and decreased by approximately 19% since 2016, 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 "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 63% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Brother Industries'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.
Brother Industries 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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