Denso
Denso Corporation, a leading global automotive components manufacturer, is headquartered in Kariya, Japan. Established in 1949, Denso has grown to become a key player in the automotive industry, with significant operations across Asia, Europe, and North America. The company is renowned for its innovative products and services, including advanced thermal systems, powertrain control technologies, and electrification solutions, which enhance vehicle efficiency and performance. Denso's commitment to quality and sustainability has positioned it as a trusted partner for major automotive manufacturers worldwide. With a focus on research and development, the company has achieved numerous milestones, including advancements in hybrid and electric vehicle technologies. Denso continues to lead the market with its cutting-edge solutions, contributing to the evolution of the automotive landscape.
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Denso's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Denso Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,448,000,000 kg CO2e, a reduction from about 1,784,000,000 kg CO2e in 2023 and 1,938,000,000 kg CO2e in 2022. This demonstrates a significant downward trend in their Scope 1 and 2 emissions, which are directly associated with their operations. Denso achieved a 50% reduction in CO2 emissions compared to fiscal 2021, meeting their target for fiscal 2024. Denso has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for carbon neutrality across all scopes by 2051. They have established a near-term target to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by FY2030 from a FY2020 baseline. Additionally, they plan to increase their annual sourcing of renewable electricity from 0.6% in FY2020 to 100% by FY2025. For Scope 3 emissions, which include those from purchased goods and services, Denso aims for a 25% reduction by FY2030. The company has also initiated a Carbon Neutrality Subcommittee to oversee efforts towards achieving carbon neutrality by 2035 at their plants, with a broader goal of extending these practices throughout their supply chain by 2036. These initiatives reflect Denso's commitment to sustainable practices and align with industry standards for climate action.
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