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Chugoku Electric Power

Chugoku Electric Power Co., Inc., commonly referred to as Chugoku Electric, is a prominent player in Japan's energy sector, headquartered in Hiroshima. Established in 1951, the company has significantly contributed to the region's electricity supply, primarily serving the Chugoku area, which includes Hiroshima, Okayama, and Yamaguchi prefectures. Specialising in the generation, transmission, and distribution of electricity, Chugoku Electric is known for its commitment to sustainable energy solutions and innovative technologies. The company operates a diverse portfolio of power generation facilities, including thermal, hydroelectric, and renewable energy sources, setting it apart in a competitive market. With a strong focus on customer service and environmental stewardship, Chugoku Electric has achieved notable milestones, positioning itself as a leader in the Japanese energy industry. Its dedication to reliability and sustainability continues to drive its growth and influence in the sector.

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37

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Insurance Services 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.

27

Industry Benchmark

Chugoku Electric Power's score of 37 is higher than 86% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Chugoku Electric Power's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Chugoku Electric Power reported total carbon emissions of approximately 19,610,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 19,610,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 40,000,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 24,720,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Notably, the Scope 3 emissions breakdown reveals significant contributions from purchased goods and services (19,610,000,000 kg CO2e) and employee commuting (8,300,000,000 kg CO2e). In 2022, the company reported Scope 1 emissions of about 851,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 602,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of around 25,270,000,000 kg CO2e. The trend indicates a substantial reliance on Scope 3 emissions, which encompass indirect emissions from the supply chain and product use. Chugoku Electric Power has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The absence of defined reduction goals suggests a need for enhanced climate strategies in line with industry standards. As the energy sector increasingly focuses on sustainability, Chugoku Electric Power's future commitments will be crucial in addressing its carbon footprint and aligning with global climate objectives.

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14,300,000,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Chugoku Electric Power's primary industry is Insurance and pension funding services, except compulsory social security services (66), 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 Chugoku Electric Power is in JP, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Chugoku Electric Power 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
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