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Dentsu

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Dentsu Inc., a leading global marketing and advertising agency, is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. Founded in 1901, Dentsu has evolved into a powerhouse in the advertising industry, with a strong presence across Asia, Europe, and the Americas. The company excels in integrated marketing solutions, encompassing digital marketing, media planning, and creative services, which are tailored to meet the unique needs of its diverse clientele. Dentsu's innovative approach to data-driven marketing and commitment to sustainability have positioned it as a frontrunner in the industry. Notable achievements include its extensive portfolio of high-profile clients and recognition for excellence in advertising campaigns. With a focus on delivering measurable results, Dentsu continues to shape the future of marketing, making it a trusted partner for brands worldwide.

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87

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Business Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

25

Industry Benchmark

Dentsu's score of 87 is higher than 93% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Dentsu's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Dentsu reported total carbon emissions of approximately 401,733,000 kg CO2e globally, with 3,001,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 9,583,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and a significant 389,149,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. In Japan, the company’s emissions were about 176,690,000 kg CO2e, comprising 968,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 6,509,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and 169,214,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. Dentsu has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 46.2% absolute reduction in greenhouse gas emissions (Scopes 1-3) by 2030, using a 2019 baseline. This target is aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and includes a long-term goal of achieving net-zero emissions across its value chain by 2040. Specifically, the company aims to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 90% by 2040, alongside a similar reduction for Scope 3 emissions. Notably, Dentsu achieved a 46.3% reduction in its overall Scope 1 and 2 emissions since 2014, demonstrating progress towards its 2030 targets. The company is committed to reducing business travel emissions per employee by 25% between 2015 and 2050, further addressing its Scope 3 impact. All emissions data and targets are sourced from Dentsu Group Inc., with no cascaded data from parent organizations.

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Scope 1
5,432,000
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Scope 2
48,511,000
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Scope 3
65,404,000
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Dentsu's primary industry is Other business services (74), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Dentsu is in JP, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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