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 6,613,783,000 kg CO2e globally. This figure includes 209,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and 18,650,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions totalled about 893,286,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from the use of sold products (557,746,000 kg CO2e) and purchased goods and services (289,079,000 kg CO2e). In 2022, the company recorded total emissions of around 2,390,130,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 342,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 16,942,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions for that year were approximately 3,833,776,000 kg CO2e. Despite the substantial emissions figures, there are currently no publicly disclosed reduction targets or climate pledges from Harmonic Drive Systems. The company has not set specific science-based targets for emissions reduction, indicating a potential area for future commitment in line with industry standards for climate action.
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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 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.
