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Brother International Corporation Sustainability Profile

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Brother International Corporation, a subsidiary of Brother Industries, Ltd., is a leading provider of innovative printing, imaging, and sewing solutions. Headquartered in the United States, the company operates extensively across North America, offering a diverse range of products tailored for both home and business use. Founded in 1954, Brother has achieved significant milestones, including the introduction of advanced multifunction printers and sewing machines that combine cutting-edge technology with user-friendly features. The company's core offerings include high-quality printers, label makers, and sewing machines, distinguished by their reliability and efficiency. Brother's commitment to sustainability and customer satisfaction has solidified its position as a trusted name in the industry. With a strong market presence and a reputation for excellence, Brother International Corporation continues to innovate, meeting the evolving needs of consumers and businesses alike.

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59

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Computer Manufacturing industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

28

Industry Benchmark

Brother International Corporation's score of 59 is higher than 76% 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 International Corporation's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Brother International Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,541,530,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 18,840,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 3,439,000,000 kg CO2e (with a market-based total of about 91,228,000 kg CO2e), and significant Scope 3 emissions amounting to around 2,431,462,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions breakdown reveals substantial contributions from purchased goods and services (about 1,253,780,000 kg CO2e) and the use of sold products (approximately 670,148,000 kg CO2e). Comparatively, in 2022, the total emissions were about 3,551,505,000 kg CO2e, indicating a reduction in emissions year-on-year. The company has not specified any formal reduction targets or initiatives, such as those aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), nor does it appear to have a climate pledge in place. Brother International Corporation is a current subsidiary of Brother Industries, Ltd., which may influence its emissions data and climate commitments. The emissions data reported is cascaded from Brother Industries, Ltd., reflecting the broader corporate family's sustainability efforts.

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20192020202120222023
Scope 1
17,363,000
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00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 2
107,285,000
00,000,000
000,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 3
2,809,046,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Brother International Corporation's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Brother International Corporation's primary industry is Computer Manufacturing, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Brother International Corporation's Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Brother International Corporation is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Brother International Corporation's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Brother International Corporation's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 29% last year and decreased by approximately 13% since 2019, 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 52% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2023
Purchased Goods and Services
52%
Use of Sold Products
28%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
9%
Capital Goods
5%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
4%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
<1%
Business Travel
<1%
Upstream Leased Assets
<1%

Brother International Corporation'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 International Corporation has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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