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Textile Manufacturing
JP
updated 9 days ago

Gunze Limited

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Gunze Limited, a prominent player in the textile and manufacturing industry, is headquartered in Japan (JP) and has established a significant presence across Asia and beyond. Founded in 1896, Gunze has evolved from its origins in hosiery to become a leader in various sectors, including functional materials, apparel, and medical supplies. The company is renowned for its innovative core products, such as high-performance fabrics and advanced medical devices, which are distinguished by their quality and technological advancements. Gunze's commitment to sustainability and customer satisfaction has solidified its market position, making it a trusted name in both domestic and international markets. With a rich history and a focus on continuous improvement, Gunze Limited remains at the forefront of industry developments, consistently delivering unique solutions that meet the diverse needs of its clientele.

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22

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Textile 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.

14

Industry Benchmark

Gunze Limited's score of 22 is higher than 57% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Gunze Limited's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, Gunze Limited reported total carbon emissions of approximately 486,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 38,643,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 79,681,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 423,860,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This data highlights the company's substantial carbon footprint, particularly in its upstream activities. Gunze Limited has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce total CO2 emissions in Scope 1 and Scope 2 by at least 35% by 2030, using 2013 as a baseline. This initiative reflects their dedication to energy conservation, renewable energy adoption, and overall emissions reduction. The company is currently on track to meet these targets, demonstrating a proactive approach to climate action. As of now, there are no emissions data cascaded from a parent organization, indicating that all reported figures are directly from Gunze Limited. The company's commitment to sustainability aligns with industry standards, positioning it as a responsible player in the global effort to combat climate change.

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2022
Scope 1
38,643,000
Scope 2
79,681,000
Scope 3
423,860,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Gunze Limited's primary industry is Textiles (17), 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 Gunze Limited is in JP, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Gunze Limited 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
Reduction Actions

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