Hitachi Construction Machinery Sustainability Profile
Hitachi Construction Machinery Co., Ltd., commonly known as Hitachi Construction Machinery, is a leading player in the global construction equipment industry. Headquartered in Japan, the company operates extensively across Asia, Europe, and North America, providing innovative solutions for various sectors, including construction, mining, and forestry. Founded in 1970, Hitachi has achieved significant milestones, including the development of advanced hydraulic excavators and a strong commitment to sustainability. The company’s core products include excavators, wheel loaders, and dump trucks, distinguished by their cutting-edge technology and reliability. Hitachi Construction Machinery is renowned for its focus on efficiency and environmental responsibility, positioning itself as a market leader with a reputation for quality and innovation. With a robust global presence and a dedication to customer satisfaction, Hitachi continues to shape the future of construction machinery.
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Hitachi Construction Machinery's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Hitachi Construction Machinery, headquartered in Japan (JP), reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 269,000,000 kg CO2e, encompassing both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. This figure reflects a slight decrease from 271,600,000 kg CO2e in 2021 and 272,000,000 kg CO2e in 2020, indicating a trend towards reduced emissions over recent years. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 45% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, using 2010 as the baseline year. Additionally, Hitachi Construction Machinery targets a 33% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions, specifically from the use of sold products, by the same deadline. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to contribute to global efforts to limit temperature rise to 2°C. Overall, Hitachi Construction Machinery's emissions data and climate commitments reflect a proactive approach to sustainability within the construction machinery sector, demonstrating a commitment to reducing their carbon footprint and addressing climate change.
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| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 29,101,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Scope 3 | 28,628,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - |
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Hitachi Construction Machinery's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Hitachi Construction Machinery's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 41% last year and decreased by approximately 5% since 2012, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Their carbon footprint includes supplier sustainability and value chain emissions data across Scope 3 categories, with "Use of Sold Products" representing nearly all of their reported Scope 3 footprint.
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Hitachi Construction Machinery'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 Construction Machinery has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
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