Daikin
Daikin Industries, Ltd., commonly known as Daikin, is a leading global manufacturer of air conditioning and refrigeration systems, headquartered in Osaka, Japan. Founded in 1924, Daikin has established itself as a pioneer in the HVAC industry, with significant operations across Asia, Europe, and North America. The company is renowned for its innovative products, including energy-efficient air conditioning units, heat pumps, and refrigerants, which are designed to enhance comfort while minimising environmental impact. Daikin's commitment to sustainability and advanced technology has positioned it as a market leader, consistently achieving notable milestones in energy efficiency and product development. With a strong focus on customer satisfaction and cutting-edge solutions, Daikin continues to set industry standards, making it a trusted name in climate control and environmental solutions worldwide.
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Daikin's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Daikin Industries, Ltd. reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 329,570,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 524,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (market-based) of approximately 407,000,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling around 328,640,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its emissions, aiming for a 30% reduction in Scope 1 emissions from 2020 levels by 2030 and a 25% reduction in Scope 2 emissions by the same year. Daikin's long-term commitment includes achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2050. The company has also committed to reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 46.2% by FY2031 from a FY2020 baseline. Additionally, Daikin aims to reduce Scope 3 emissions from the use and end-of-life treatment of sold products by 55% per JPY value added within the same timeframe. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Daikin's commitment to addressing climate change through significant emissions reductions. The company has previously achieved a 70% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions in its production activities by 2020 compared to 2005 levels, successfully lowering emissions to 1.08 million tonnes CO2e. Daikin's headquarters is located in Japan, and its climate commitments are part of a broader strategy to enhance sustainability and reduce environmental impact across its operations globally.
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| 2015 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 9,419,000 | 000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 930,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 000,000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 |
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