GS Yuasa Corporation, a leading name in the battery manufacturing industry, is headquartered in Japan (JP) and operates extensively across Asia, Europe, and North America. Founded in 1917, the company has established itself as a pioneer in the development of advanced battery technologies, particularly in the automotive and industrial sectors. GS Yuasa is renowned for its high-performance lead-acid and lithium-ion batteries, which are distinguished by their reliability and innovative design. The company’s commitment to quality and sustainability has positioned it as a trusted supplier for various applications, including electric vehicles, motorcycles, and renewable energy systems. With a strong market presence and a reputation for excellence, GS Yuasa continues to achieve significant milestones, reinforcing its status as a global leader in battery solutions.
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In 2023, Gs Yuasa reported total carbon emissions of approximately 420,718,000 kg CO2e globally. This figure includes 380,118,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and 40,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. Additionally, Scope 3 emissions accounted for about 600,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from capital goods (135,092,000 kg CO2e) and purchased goods and services (560,759,000 kg CO2e). The company has set ambitious climate commitments, including a Carbon Neutrality Declaration announced in April 2023, aiming for zero CO2 emissions from its business activities by fiscal 2050 for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. In the near term, Gs Yuasa targets a reduction of at least 15% in CO2 emissions by 2025 and 30% by 2030, compared to fiscal 2018 levels. To support these goals, Gs Yuasa established a dedicated organisation for energy management in 2023. This data is sourced directly from Gs Yuasa Corporation, with no cascading from a parent or related organisation. The company is actively working towards its climate targets while managing its emissions across all scopes.
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2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000 |
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Gs Yuasa 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.