Eiken Chemical
Eiken Chemical Co., Ltd., commonly referred to as Eiken, is a prominent player in the biotechnology and diagnostics industry, headquartered in Japan. Established in 1950, the company has made significant strides in the development of innovative diagnostic products and laboratory reagents, catering to both domestic and international markets. Eiken's core offerings include a wide range of microbiological testing kits and molecular diagnostics, which are distinguished by their accuracy and reliability. The company has achieved notable milestones, including advancements in rapid testing technologies that enhance patient care and streamline laboratory processes. With a strong market position, Eiken continues to be recognised for its commitment to quality and innovation, making it a trusted name in the healthcare sector.
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Eiken Chemical's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Eiken Chemical reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 14,030,388,000 kg CO2e globally. This includes 2,036,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and 706,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has not disclosed Scope 3 emissions for this year, but in 2022, Scope 3 emissions were reported at approximately 84,205,000 kg CO2e. Eiken Chemical has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 56% by FY2030 from a FY2021 base year. Additionally, the company plans to cut Scope 3 emissions by 25% by FY2030 from a FY2022 base year. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to support global efforts to limit warming to 1.5°C. The company also has a near-term target to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 63.7% by 2034 from a 2019 base year. Eiken Chemical's commitment to sustainability reflects its proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint in the healthcare equipment and supplies sector.
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| 2014 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 607,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 9,459,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,613,000 | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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