Daiken Corporation, a leading name in the building materials industry, is headquartered in Japan (JP) and operates extensively across Asia and beyond. Founded in 1945, Daiken has established itself as a pioneer in the production of high-quality wood-based products, including engineered wood, flooring, and insulation materials. The company is renowned for its innovative approach to sustainable building solutions, offering unique products that combine durability with environmental responsibility. Daiken's commitment to quality has positioned it as a trusted supplier in the construction sector, earning accolades for its advanced manufacturing techniques and eco-friendly practices. With a strong market presence, Daiken continues to set benchmarks in the industry, contributing to the evolution of modern architecture and design.
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Daiken Corporation's score of 67 is higher than 82% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Daiken Corporation, headquartered in Japan, has set ambitious climate commitments aimed at significantly reducing its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Although specific emissions data for the most recent year is not available, the company has established clear reduction targets through the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Daiken Corporation commits to reducing its absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions by 25% by FY2030, using FY2021 as the base year. Additionally, the company aims to cut its absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 13.5% within the same timeframe. These targets include land-related emissions and removals from bioenergy feedstocks, aligning with the goal of limiting global warming to well below 2°C. The commitments reflect Daiken Corporation's proactive approach to climate action, demonstrating its dedication to sustainability within the forestry and paper products sector. The targets are part of a broader strategy to enhance environmental performance and contribute to global climate goals.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 74,962,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 406,428,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Daiken Corporation's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 8% last year and increased by approximately 11% since 2019, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 58% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Franchises" being the largest emissions source at 42% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
Daiken Corporation 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.
