Daikin Sustainability Profile
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 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 a significant Scope 3 total of around 328,640,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint, aiming for a 30% reduction in Scope 1 emissions by 2030, with a goal of achieving carbon neutrality in this scope by 2030. For Scope 2 emissions, Daikin plans to reduce them by 25% from 2020 levels by 2030. Daikin's long-term commitment includes a target to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2050. This commitment is supported by specific reduction targets set through the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which include a 46.2% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by FY2031 from a FY2020 base year, and a 55% reduction in Scope 3 emissions related to the use and end-of-life treatment of sold products. Overall, Daikin's climate strategy reflects a robust approach to addressing its carbon emissions, with clear short-term and long-term goals aimed at significantly reducing its environmental impact.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 9,419,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 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 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 |
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Daikin's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Daikin's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 2% last year and increased by approximately 9% since 2016, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 76% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Daikin'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.
Daikin 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.
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