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Hamamatsu Photonics K.K., commonly known as Hamamatsu, is a leading player in the electrical machinery and apparatus sector, specifically within the niche of optical sensors and devices. Headquartered in Japan, the company has established a significant presence in various regions, including Europe and North America. Founded in 1953, Hamamatsu has achieved numerous milestones, including pioneering advancements in photonics technology.
The company specialises in a diverse range of products, including photomultiplier tubes, CCD cameras, and light sources, which are renowned for their precision and reliability. Hamamatsu's commitment to innovation has positioned it as a market leader, serving industries such as medical diagnostics, scientific research, and industrial automation. With a strong reputation for quality and performance, Hamamatsu continues to drive advancements in photonics, making it a trusted name in the field.
+9 vs industry average
Hamamatsu Photonics’s score of 39 is higher than 56% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Electrical Machinery Manufacturing is among the most carbon-intensive industries
The Electrical Machinery Manufacturing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 42% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Hamamatsu Photonics, headquartered in Japan and operating in the Electrical machinery and apparatus n.e.c. industry, reported its most recent carbon emissions for 2025 as approximately 591,386,000 kg CO2e. This total comprises Scope 1 emissions of 6,003,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of 2,378,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of 583,005,000 kg CO2e. In the prior year, 2024, their total emissions were approximately 538,900,000 kg CO2e.
Hamamatsu Photonics K.K. has set Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) commitments. They aim to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 30% by fiscal year (FY) 2031, using FY2019 as the base year. Additionally, the company commits to reducing absolute Scope 3 emissions from the use of sold products by 15% within the same timeframe. Hamamatsu Photonics K.K. also pledges that 76% of its suppliers, by spend covering purchased goods and services, will have science-based targets by FY2026. These targets are classified as consistent with reductions required to keep warming to Well-below 2°C.
2031
30% reduction in Scope 1
Hamamatsu Photonics K. K. commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 30% by FY2031 from a FY2019 base year.
2031
30% reduction in Scope 2
Hamamatsu Photonics K. K. commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 30% by FY2031 from a FY2019 base year.
2031
15% reduction in scope 3 total
Hamamatsu Photonics K. K. also commits to reduce absolute scope 3 emissions from use of sold products 15% within the same timeframe.
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Data year: 2025
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