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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Harmonic Drive Systems's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Harmonic Drive Systems, headquartered in Japan, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 9,091,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 81,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and about 9,839,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, calculated on a market-based approach. The company has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. In 2022, the company’s emissions were approximately 12,600,000 kg CO2e in Japan, with 80,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and around 12,360,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. Globally, in 2022, Harmonic Drive Systems emitted about 3,835,340,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled approximately 3,833,776,000 kg CO2e. The company has demonstrated a commitment to transparency in its emissions reporting, covering all relevant scopes (1, 2, and 3) in its disclosures. However, without specific reduction targets or initiatives outlined, it remains unclear how Harmonic Drive Systems plans to address its carbon footprint moving forward.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 497,870 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 16,941,710 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 3,651,782,215 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Harmonic Drive Systems 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.
