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Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd.
Electrical Machinery ManufacturingJapanJPX: 5801.T
Last verified 1 month agofurukawa.co.jp
Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd., commonly known as Furukawa Electric, is a prominent Japanese corporation specialising in electrical machinery and apparatus n.e.c. (31). Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, the company operates extensively across Asia, North America, and Europe, serving a diverse range of industrial and technological sectors. Founded in 1884, Furukawa Electric has a long-standing history of innovation and growth, establishing itself as a key player in the electrical and electronic industries.
The company’s core offerings include optical fibres, cables, and electronic components, recognised for their high quality and technological advancement. Furukawa Electric’s market position is strengthened by its commitment to research and development, enabling it to deliver specialised solutions for telecommunications, energy, and automotive applications. With a reputation for reliability and innovation, Furukawa Electric continues to be a leader in electrical machinery and apparatus manufacturing worldwide.
47
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+16 vs industry average
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Industry Intensity
Very High
Electrical Machinery Manufacturing is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
0.315
20182025
The Electrical Machinery Manufacturing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 42% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
20202021202220232024202520262027
Reported emissions
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Scope 2
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Scope 3
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Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd.'s reported carbon emissions
Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd. reported its Scope 1 emissions as 108,000,000 kg CO2e in 2024, Scope 2 emissions as 309,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions as 4,087,000,000 kg CO2e.
The company has set several climate commitments. Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd. is committed to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by fiscal year 2049.
For near-term targets, the company aims to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 63.0% by fiscal year 2035 from a fiscal year 2021 base year. Additionally, Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd. commits to reduce absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions from purchased goods and services and use of sold products by 38.0% within the same timeframe.
For long-term targets, Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd. has committed to reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 90.0% by fiscal year 2049 from a fiscal year 2021 base year. The company also commits to reducing absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 90.0% within the same timeframe. These targets are classified as consistent with reductions required to keep warming to 1.5°C by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
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Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd.’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
9 goals2049
90% reduction in Scope 2
Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd. commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 90.0% by FY2049 from a FY2021 base year
On track90%
2035
63% reduction in Scope 2
Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd. commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 63.0% by FY2035 from a FY2021 base year
On track63%
2049
Furukawa Electric Co
Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd. commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 63.0% by FY2035 from a FY2021 base year.
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Climate initiatives
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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100
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