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Harmonic Drive Systems

Harmonic Drive Systems Inc., commonly referred to as Harmonic Drive, is a leading manufacturer of precision motion control products, headquartered in Japan. Established in 1984, the company has made significant strides in the robotics and automation sectors, with major operational regions across Asia, Europe, and North America. Specialising in harmonic gear drives, servo actuators, and motion control systems, Harmonic Drive is renowned for its unique technology that offers high torque, compact design, and exceptional accuracy. The company has positioned itself as a key player in the industry, serving diverse markets including robotics, aerospace, and medical devices. With a commitment to innovation, Harmonic Drive continues to achieve notable milestones, solidifying its reputation as a trusted partner in advanced motion solutions.

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49

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Computer Services 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.

25

Industry Benchmark

Harmonic Drive Systems's score of 49 is higher than 97% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Harmonic Drive Systems's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Harmonic Drive Systems reported total carbon emissions of approximately 6,613,783,000 kg CO2e globally. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 209,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 18,650,000 kg CO2e (with a market-based approach accounting for about 9,683,000 kg CO2e), and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling around 893,286,000 kg CO2e. In Japan, the company recorded Scope 1 emissions of about 81,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 9,839,000 kg CO2e (market-based). Despite the substantial emissions figures, there are currently no specific reduction targets or climate pledges disclosed by Harmonic Drive Systems. The company is positioned within an industry increasingly focused on sustainability, yet it has not publicly committed to Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) reduction targets or other formal climate commitments. Overall, while Harmonic Drive Systems has made strides in reporting its emissions, further commitments and reduction strategies will be essential for aligning with global climate goals.

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Scope 1
497,870
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Scope 2
16,941,710
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0,000,000
Scope 3
3,651,782,215
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0,000,000,000
000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Harmonic Drive Systems's primary industry is Computer and related services (72), which is very low 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. Harmonic Drive Systems is headquartered in JP, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Harmonic Drive Systems is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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