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Citizen Watch Co

Citizen Watch Co., Ltd., commonly known as Citizen, is a renowned Japanese watch manufacturer headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. Established in 1918, the company has evolved into a leader in the horology industry, celebrated for its innovative technology and precision timepieces. Citizen operates globally, with significant markets in Asia, Europe, and the Americas. The brand is particularly noted for its Eco-Drive technology, which harnesses light to power watches, eliminating the need for battery replacements. This commitment to sustainability and innovation has positioned Citizen as a pioneer in the watchmaking sector. With a rich history marked by key milestones, including the introduction of the world’s first light-powered watch in 1976, Citizen continues to achieve notable recognition for its craftsmanship and reliability, solidifying its status as a trusted name in timekeeping.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Citizen Watch Co's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

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Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Medical Device 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.

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Industry Benchmark

Citizen Watch Co's score of 20 is higher than 87% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Citizen Watch Co's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Citizen Watch Co reported total carbon emissions of approximately 110,816,000 kg CO2e, encompassing Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. This figure reflects a commitment to reducing their carbon footprint, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed. Over the years, the company has shown a trend of decreasing emissions, with a notable reduction from about 148,314,000 kg CO2e in 2021 to the 2023 figure. This indicates a positive trajectory in their efforts to mitigate climate impact. Citizen Watch Co's emissions data for 2020 revealed a total of approximately 136,740,000 kg CO2e, which included significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions, amounting to about 789,799,000 kg CO2e. This highlights the importance of addressing emissions across all scopes, particularly in the context of their supply chain and product lifecycle. While the company has not set specific reduction targets or joined any formal climate pledges, their ongoing efforts to monitor and report emissions demonstrate a commitment to sustainability and climate responsibility.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Citizen Watch Co's primary industry is Medical, precision and optical instruments, watches and clocks (33), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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. Citizen Watch Co is headquartered in JP, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

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.

Citizen Watch Co is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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