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, headquartered in Japan, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 329,570,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 524,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 407,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and a significant 328,640,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The total emissions for 2022 were slightly higher at about 337,970,000,000 kg CO2e, indicating a minor reduction year-on-year. Daikin has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 30% reduction in net greenhouse gas emissions across all scopes by 2025, with a further target of 50% by 2030, using 2019 as the base year. Additionally, the company plans to achieve net zero emissions by 2050. Specific targets include a 46.2% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by FY2031 from a FY2020 baseline, alongside a 55% reduction in Scope 3 emissions related to the use and end-of-life treatment of sold products. Daikin's commitment to sustainability is reflected in its Environmental Vision 2050, which focuses on enhancing product efficiency, promoting efficient building operations, and improving refrigerant recovery and recycling. The company aims to reduce its Scope 1 emissions to near zero by 2025 and Scope 2 emissions by 25% from 2020 levels by 2030. These initiatives position Daikin as a proactive player in the global effort to combat climate change.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,350,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 810,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 5,080,000,000 | - | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 |
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