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Hirose Electric Coltd

Hirose Electric Co., Ltd., commonly referred to as Hirose, is a leading manufacturer in the connector industry, headquartered in Japan. Established in 1937, the company has built a strong reputation for innovation and quality, serving diverse sectors such as telecommunications, automotive, and industrial automation. With a global presence, Hirose operates in key regions including Asia, Europe, and North America, providing a wide range of products that include high-performance connectors, cable assemblies, and custom solutions. Their commitment to precision engineering and advanced technology sets them apart in a competitive market. Hirose's notable achievements include numerous industry awards and a robust portfolio of patented technologies, solidifying its position as a trusted partner for businesses seeking reliable connectivity solutions.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Hirose Electric Coltd's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

22

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Electrical Machinery Manufacturing 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.

2

Industry Benchmark

Hirose Electric Coltd's score of 22 is higher than 76% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Hirose Electric Coltd's reported carbon emissions

Hirose Electric Co., Ltd., headquartered in Japan, reported a total carbon emissions of approximately 62,270 kg CO2e in 2022. This figure includes 920 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 23,980 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 37,360 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. In previous years, emissions were significantly higher, with Scope 1 emissions reaching 1,995,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 44,476,000 kg CO2e in 2019. The company has shown a notable reduction in emissions over the years, particularly in Scope 1 and 2, indicating a commitment to improving its environmental impact. Despite these reductions, Hirose Electric has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The absence of formal reduction targets suggests that while the company is making progress in reducing emissions, it may benefit from establishing clearer commitments to further enhance its climate strategy.

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Scope 1
360,000
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Scope 2
8,000,000
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Scope 3
75,000,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Hirose Electric Coltd's primary industry is Electrical machinery and apparatus n.e.c. (31), which is 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. Hirose Electric Coltd is headquartered in JP, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Hirose Electric Coltd is committed to some 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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