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updated 2 months ago

Hitachi Cable Ltd. Sustainability Profile

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Hitachi Cable Ltd., a prominent player in the global cable and wire industry, is headquartered in Japan (JP) and operates extensively across Asia, Europe, and North America. Founded in 1956, the company has established itself as a leader in manufacturing high-quality cables, optical fibres, and advanced materials, catering to diverse sectors such as telecommunications, automotive, and industrial applications. With a commitment to innovation, Hitachi Cable Ltd. offers unique products that integrate cutting-edge technology, ensuring superior performance and reliability. The company has achieved significant milestones, including advancements in fibre optic technology and sustainable manufacturing practices, solidifying its market position. Recognised for its excellence, Hitachi Cable Ltd. continues to drive growth and set industry standards, making it a trusted name in the cable manufacturing landscape.

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32

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Other Non-Ferrous Metal Products 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.

17

Industry Benchmark

Hitachi Cable Ltd.'s score of 32 is higher than 64% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Hitachi Cable Ltd.'s reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Proterial, Ltd.

Hitachi Cable Ltd., headquartered in Japan (JP), currently does not report specific carbon emissions data, as indicated by the absence of emissions figures in the latest available records. The company is a current subsidiary of Proterial, Ltd., which may influence its climate performance metrics. Despite the lack of specific emissions data, Hitachi Cable Ltd. is part of a broader corporate family that is likely engaged in various climate initiatives. However, there are no documented reduction targets or commitments to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges at this time. As a subsidiary, Hitachi Cable Ltd. may inherit climate strategies and performance metrics from Proterial, Ltd., but specific details regarding these initiatives or any significant achievements in emissions reduction are not available. The company’s commitment to addressing climate change remains unclear without concrete data or defined targets.

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201520162017201820192020202120222023
Scope 1
1,068,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 2
1,711,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 3
-
-
-
-
-
-
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Hitachi Cable Ltd.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Hitachi Cable Ltd.'s primary industry is Other non-ferrous metal products, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Hitachi Cable Ltd.'s Location?

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Very high
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 Hitachi Cable Ltd. is in JP, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Hitachi Cable Ltd.'s Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Hitachi Cable Ltd.'s Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 10% last year and decreased by approximately 10% since 2021, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 67% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 84% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2023
Purchased Goods and Services
84%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
9%
Capital Goods
5%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%
Business Travel
<1%
Downstream Leased Assets
<1%

Hitachi Cable Ltd.'s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

Hitachi Cable Ltd. has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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