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Canon Electronics Inc. Sustainability Profile

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Canon Electronics Inc., a prominent subsidiary of Canon Inc., is headquartered in Japan (JP) and operates extensively across Asia, Europe, and the Americas. Founded in 1937, the company has established itself as a leader in the electronics industry, particularly in imaging and optical products. Canon Electronics is renowned for its innovative solutions in semiconductor manufacturing equipment, imaging systems, and precision instruments. Their commitment to quality and cutting-edge technology sets them apart in a competitive market. With a strong focus on research and development, Canon Electronics has achieved significant milestones, including advancements in digital imaging and automation technologies. The company continues to maintain a robust market position, recognised for its contributions to both consumer and industrial sectors.

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85

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Communication Equipment 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.

30

Industry Benchmark

Canon Electronics Inc.'s score of 85 is higher than 91% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

91%

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Canon Electronics Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Canon Inc.

Canon Electronics Inc., headquartered in Japan, has set ambitious climate commitments aimed at significantly reducing its carbon emissions. The company has established a target to reduce its total CO2 emissions by approximately 46% by 2030, using 2013 levels as a baseline. This commitment encompasses all scopes of emissions, reflecting a comprehensive approach to climate action. While specific emissions data for the most recent year is not available, Canon Electronics Inc. inherits its climate initiatives and performance metrics from its parent company, Canon Inc. This cascading of data ensures alignment with broader corporate sustainability goals. Canon Inc. is actively engaged in various climate initiatives, including participation in the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), which further underscores its commitment to transparency and accountability in emissions reporting. Through these initiatives, Canon Electronics Inc. aims to contribute to global efforts in mitigating climate change, demonstrating a proactive stance in reducing its environmental impact.

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How Carbon Intensive is Canon Electronics Inc.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Canon Electronics Inc.'s primary industry is Radio, television and communication equipment and apparatus (32), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Canon Electronics Inc.'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 Canon Electronics Inc. is in JP, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Canon Electronics Inc.'s Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Canon Electronics Inc.'s Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 100% last year and decreased by approximately 100% since 2017, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 45% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Purchased Goods and Services
45%
Use of Sold Products
31%
Capital Goods
10%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
5%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
2%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
2%
Employee Commuting
2%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%
Business Travel
<1%
Downstream Leased Assets
<1%

Canon Electronics Inc.'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.

Canon Electronics Inc. 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
Reduction Actions

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Electrical machinery and apparatus n.e.c. (31)
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