Hitachi
Hitachi, Ltd., a leading multinational corporation headquartered in Tokyo, Japan (JP), has been a pioneer in the technology and manufacturing sectors since its founding in 1910. With a diverse portfolio spanning information technology, social infrastructure, high functional materials, and systems, Hitachi operates extensively across Asia, Europe, and the Americas. Renowned for its innovative solutions, Hitachi offers core products and services that include advanced IT services, industrial machinery, and energy systems, distinguished by their commitment to sustainability and efficiency. The company has achieved significant milestones, such as its role in developing smart city technologies and its leadership in the digital transformation space. As a prominent player in the global market, Hitachi continues to enhance its reputation through strategic partnerships and a focus on research and development, solidifying its position as a trusted name in the industry.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Hitachi'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.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Hitachi's score of 72 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Hitachi's reported carbon emissions
As of 2023, Hitachi's total carbon emissions reached approximately 214,380,000,000 kg CO2e globally, with specific emissions breakdowns of about 339,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 279,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and a significant 213,700,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. Hitachi has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for carbon neutrality across its entire value chain by fiscal year 2050. This long-term goal is part of their "Hitachi Environmental Innovation 2050" initiative. In the near term, the company has committed to reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 100% by 2030, using 2010 as the baseline year. Additionally, they aim to achieve a 40% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions over the same timeframe. These targets align with industry standards for climate action, reflecting Hitachi's commitment to sustainability and responsible corporate practices. The company is actively working towards these goals to mitigate its environmental impact and contribute to global climate efforts.
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| 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 830,000,000 | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 2,610,000,000 | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 246,070,000,000 | - | - | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Hitachi 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.
