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Hikari Tsushin, Inc.

Hikari Tsushin, Inc., commonly referred to as Hikari, is a prominent telecommunications and IT services provider headquartered in Japan. Established in 1997, the company has made significant strides in the industry, particularly in the realms of mobile communications, broadband services, and cloud solutions. With a strong operational presence across major regions in Japan, Hikari is renowned for its innovative approach to digital transformation, offering unique products such as high-speed internet and integrated communication services. The company has consistently positioned itself as a leader in the telecommunications sector, achieving notable milestones that underscore its commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. Hikari's dedication to leveraging cutting-edge technology sets it apart in a competitive market, making it a trusted partner for businesses seeking reliable communication solutions.

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48

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Business 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

Hikari Tsushin, Inc.'s score of 48 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Hikari Tsushin, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

Hikari Tsushin, Inc., headquartered in Japan, reported its carbon emissions for the year 2023, totalling approximately 90,500 kg CO2e. This figure includes 11,200 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 79,300 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 491,433,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, which encompasses various categories such as capital goods and business travel. In 2024, the company aims to further reduce its emissions, reporting a total of about 38,200 kg CO2e, with 12,200 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 26,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. However, there are no specific reduction targets or initiatives disclosed in their climate commitments, indicating a potential area for improvement in their sustainability strategy. Over the years, Hikari Tsushin has shown fluctuations in its emissions, with a notable peak in Scope 3 emissions in 2016 at approximately 873,167,000 kg CO2e. The company has not established any formal reduction targets under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges, which may limit its accountability in addressing climate change. Overall, while Hikari Tsushin, Inc. has made strides in reporting its emissions, the absence of defined reduction targets suggests a need for a more robust climate action plan to align with global sustainability goals.

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5,392,000
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Scope 2
14,692,000
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Scope 3
873,167,000
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Hikari Tsushin, Inc.'s primary industry is Other business services (74), 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. Hikari Tsushin, Inc. is headquartered in JP, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Hikari Tsushin, Inc. 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
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero

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