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Furukawa Co

Furukawa Co., Ltd., commonly known as Furukawa, is a prominent player in the telecommunications and electrical equipment industry, headquartered in Japan. Established in 1884, the company has a rich history marked by innovation and growth, particularly in the fields of optical fibre, copper cables, and advanced electrical systems. With major operations across Asia and a strong presence in global markets, Furukawa is renowned for its cutting-edge products that enhance connectivity and efficiency. Their unique offerings, such as high-performance optical fibre solutions and energy-efficient electrical systems, set them apart in a competitive landscape. Furukawa's commitment to quality and sustainability has solidified its market position, making it a trusted partner for businesses seeking reliable and innovative solutions in telecommunications and electrical infrastructure.

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How does Furukawa Co'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.

14

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Other Non-Ferrous Metal Products 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.

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Industry Benchmark

Furukawa Co's score of 14 is higher than 89% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Furukawa Co's reported carbon emissions

Furukawa Co, headquartered in Japan, reported a total carbon emissions figure of approximately 22,104,000 kg CO2e for the year 2022. This total includes emissions from Scope 1, which accounted for about 4,296,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 17,808,000 kg CO2e. Notably, their Scope 3 emissions were around 655,831,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from the use of sold products and upstream transportation. In previous years, Furukawa's emissions have shown fluctuations, with a peak of about 27,000,000 kg CO2e in 2015, gradually decreasing to 6,912,000 kg CO2e by 2021. Despite these reductions, there are currently no publicly disclosed reduction targets or climate pledges from the company, indicating a potential area for future commitment to climate action. Furukawa Co's emissions data reflects their operational impact and highlights the importance of addressing both direct and indirect emissions in their climate strategy. As the company continues to navigate its environmental responsibilities, further transparency and commitment to reduction targets could enhance its sustainability profile.

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Scope 1
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0,000,000
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Scope 2
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0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 3
1,636,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Furukawa Co's primary industry is Other non-ferrous metal products, which is high 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. Furukawa Co is headquartered in JP, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

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.

Furukawa Co 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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