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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.

17

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.

10

Industry Benchmark

Furukawa Co's score of 17 is higher than 85% 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

In 2022, Furukawa Co reported total carbon emissions of approximately 22,104,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 4,296,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 17,808,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 655,831,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company's emissions have fluctuated over the years, with a notable decrease from about 27,000,000 kg CO2e in 2015 to the latest figure in 2022. Furukawa Co has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or any formal climate pledges. However, the company continues to monitor and report its emissions across all scopes, indicating a commitment to transparency in its climate impact. The significant proportion of Scope 3 emissions highlights the importance of addressing upstream and downstream activities in their overall carbon footprint.

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201720182019202020212022
Scope 1
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0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 2
-
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 medium 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 Furukawa Co 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.

Furukawa Co is not participating in any 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
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