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Citizen Watch Co

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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.

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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.

31

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.

27

Industry Benchmark

Citizen Watch Co's score of 31 is higher than 56% 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., Ltd. reported total Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 110,816,000 kg CO2e globally. This marks a significant commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, as the company has set ambitious targets through the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Specifically, Citizen Watch aims to achieve a 50.4% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by FY2030, using FY2018 as the baseline. Additionally, the company is targeting a 30% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions, which encompass emissions from purchased goods and services as well as the use of sold products, over the same timeframe. In 2022, the company reported Scope 1 emissions of about 19,571,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 103,532,000 kg CO2e globally, alongside Scope 3 emissions totalling around 1,651,188,000 kg CO2e. This data reflects a comprehensive approach to emissions reporting, with Citizen Watch disclosing emissions across all three scopes, demonstrating transparency and accountability in its climate commitments. The company's initiatives are aligned with industry standards for climate action, reinforcing its dedication to sustainability and environmental 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 very 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. This request for Citizen Watch Co is in JP, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Citizen Watch Co is participating in some 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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