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Brother International Corporation

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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43

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.

22

Industry Benchmark

Brother International Corporation's score of 43 is higher than 97% 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 3,439,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 91,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 3,439,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 3,159,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This indicates a notable increase in Scope 2 emissions compared to previous years. In 2022, the company recorded total emissions of about 2,431,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 17,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 2,431,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 2,151,000,000 kg CO2e. The trend shows fluctuations in emissions across the years, with a significant rise in Scope 2 emissions in 2023. Brother International has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives related to carbon emissions, nor have they committed to Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) reduction targets. The absence of documented reduction strategies suggests a need for further commitment to climate action within the industry context. Overall, Brother International Corporation's emissions data highlights the importance of ongoing monitoring and the potential for future climate commitments to address their carbon footprint effectively.

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20192020202120222023
Scope 1
99,000,000
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000,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 2
2,809,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
Scope 3
2,617,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Brother International Corporation's primary industry is Office machinery and computers (30), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Brother International Corporation is not participating in any of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.

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

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