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Dai Nippon Printing Co Sustainability Profile

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Dai Nippon Printing Co., Ltd. (DNP), headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, is a leading player in the printing and information services industry. Founded in 1876, DNP has evolved into a global powerhouse, with significant operations across Asia, Europe, and the Americas. The company excels in various sectors, including commercial printing, packaging, and electronic components, offering innovative solutions that set it apart from competitors. DNP's core products encompass high-quality printed materials, advanced packaging solutions, and cutting-edge digital technologies. Renowned for its commitment to sustainability and technological advancement, DNP has achieved notable milestones, including pioneering developments in security printing and digital imaging. With a strong market position, DNP continues to drive growth and innovation, solidifying its reputation as a trusted partner in the global printing landscape.

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78

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Media Production 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.

24

Industry Benchmark

Dai Nippon Printing Co's score of 78 is higher than 88% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Dai Nippon Printing Co's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Dai Nippon Printing Co., Ltd. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 5,197,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 323,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of around 543,000,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling approximately 4,331,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across all scopes by 2050, with specific near-term targets to reduce Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 46.2% by 2030 from a 2019 baseline. Dai Nippon Printing's reduction initiatives include a commitment that 90% of its suppliers by spend will have science-based targets by 2025. The company is also focused on reducing its Scope 2 emissions to near zero by 2025. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect the company's dedication to addressing climate change effectively. Overall, Dai Nippon Printing is actively working towards substantial emissions reductions while maintaining transparency in its reporting and commitments.

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Scope 1
273,400,000
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000,000,000
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000,000,000
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000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 2
573,600,000
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000,000,000
000,000,000
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Scope 3
369,600,000
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0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Dai Nippon Printing Co's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Dai Nippon Printing Co's primary industry is Printed matter and recorded media (22), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Dai Nippon Printing Co'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 Dai Nippon Printing Co is in JP, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Dai Nippon Printing Co's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Dai Nippon Printing Co's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 5% last year and increased significantly since 2002, 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 61% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Purchased Goods and Services
61%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
13%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
10%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
4%
Use of Sold Products
4%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
3%
Capital Goods
3%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%
Investments
<1%

Dai Nippon Printing Co'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.

Dai Nippon Printing Co has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. 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
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