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updated 16 days ago

Epson

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Epson, officially known as Seiko Epson Corporation, is a leading global manufacturer headquartered in Japan. Established in 1942, the company has evolved significantly, becoming a key player in the imaging and printing industry. With major operational regions across Asia, Europe, and the Americas, Epson is renowned for its innovative technology in printers, projectors, and industrial solutions. Epson's core products include inkjet printers, laser printers, and large-format printing solutions, distinguished by their precision and eco-friendly features. The company has achieved notable milestones, such as pioneering the development of micro piezo technology, which enhances print quality and efficiency. As a market leader, Epson continues to set benchmarks in sustainability and performance, solidifying its position as a trusted name in the printing and imaging sector.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Epson's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

78

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Electrical Machinery Manufacturing 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.

29

Industry Benchmark

Epson's score of 78 is higher than 87% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Epson's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Seiko Epson Corporation reported significant carbon emissions, with Scope 1 emissions totalling approximately 95,242,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 15,000,000 kg CO2e. The company also disclosed Scope 3 emissions, which reached approximately 2,352,000,000 kg CO2e. This data reflects a comprehensive approach to emissions reporting, covering all relevant scopes. Epson has set ambitious targets to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions. The company aims to achieve a 34% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by FY2025, using FY2017 as the baseline. Additionally, Epson has committed to a 55% reduction in total GHG emissions by FY2030 compared to FY2017 levels. Long-term, the company aspires to become carbon negative and resource-free by 2050, aligning with global sustainability goals. These commitments are part of Epson's broader strategy to address climate change and enhance sustainability across its operations. The targets are consistent with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which validates the company's efforts to limit global warming to 1.5°C. Epson's proactive stance on emissions reduction underscores its dedication to environmental stewardship and corporate responsibility.

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2014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Scope 1
116,061,000
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000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 2
441,331,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 3
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-
0,000,000,000
-
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Epson's primary industry is Electrical machinery and apparatus n.e.c. (31), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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 Epson is in JP, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Epson is participating in some of the initiatives that 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.

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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