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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.

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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.

31

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.

23

Industry Benchmark

Hirose Electric Coltd's score of 31 is higher than 81% 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 figure of approximately 62,270 kg CO2e for the year 2022. This total 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, the company has shown significant emissions, with Scope 1 emissions reaching 1,995,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 44,476,000 kg CO2e in 2019. The Scope 3 emissions for the same year were approximately 88,801,000 kg CO2e. Hirose Electric has committed to near-term climate targets, although specific reduction targets have not been disclosed. The company is actively engaged in climate initiatives but has not yet committed to a net-zero target. Their commitment status is marked as "Committed" for near-term targets, indicating a proactive approach to addressing climate change within the electrical equipment and machinery sector. Overall, Hirose Electric's emissions data reflects a complex landscape of carbon output, with ongoing efforts to manage and reduce their environmental impact.

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Scope 1
360,000
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000,000
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0,000,000
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Scope 2
8,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000
Scope 3
75,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000

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 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. This request for Hirose Electric Coltd is in JP, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Hirose Electric Coltd is participating in some 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.

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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