DAIKIN
Daikin Industries, Ltd., commonly known as Daikin, is a leading global manufacturer of air conditioning and refrigeration systems, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1924, Daikin has established itself as a pioneer in the HVAC industry, with significant operations across North America, Europe, and Asia. The company is renowned for its innovative solutions, including energy-efficient air conditioning units, heat pumps, and refrigeration systems, 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, earning accolades for its cutting-edge products and exceptional service. With a focus on quality and performance, Daikin continues to set industry standards, making it a trusted choice for both residential and commercial applications.
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DAIKIN's score of 45 is higher than 97% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
DAIKIN's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, DAIKIN reported total carbon 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 536,000,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling around 328,640,000,000 kg CO2e. Over the past few years, DAIKIN's emissions have fluctuated, with total emissions recorded at about 337,970,000,000 kg CO2e in 2022, 335,360,000,000 kg CO2e in 2021, and 306,610,000,000 kg CO2e in 2020. Notably, the company has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. DAIKIN's emissions profile highlights the substantial impact of Scope 3 emissions, particularly from the use of sold products, which accounted for approximately 275,720,000,000 kg CO2e in 2023. This underscores the importance of addressing emissions throughout the entire value chain to meet climate commitments effectively.
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Add to project| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 687,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 750,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 328,020,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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DAIKIN is not committed to any reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
