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Electrical Machinery Manufacturing
JP
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Hitachi High-Tech Corporation Sustainability Profile

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Hitachi High-Tech Corporation, a prominent player in the high-tech industry, is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. Established in 2001, the company has rapidly evolved, focusing on advanced technologies in areas such as analytical and measuring instruments, semiconductor manufacturing equipment, and medical systems. With a strong presence in Asia, Europe, and North America, Hitachi High-Tech is renowned for its innovative solutions that enhance productivity and efficiency across various sectors. Its core products, including electron microscopes and X-ray inspection systems, are distinguished by their precision and reliability, catering to the needs of industries ranging from healthcare to electronics. As a subsidiary of Hitachi, Ltd., the corporation has achieved significant milestones, solidifying its market position as a leader in high-tech solutions, and continues to drive advancements that shape the future of technology.

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87

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.

32

Industry Benchmark

Hitachi High-Tech Corporation's score of 87 is higher than 92% 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 High-Tech Corporation's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Hitachi, Ltd.

Hitachi High-Tech Corporation, headquartered in Japan (JP), currently does not report specific carbon emissions data for the most recent year, as no emissions figures are available. The company is a current subsidiary of Hitachi, Ltd., which may influence its climate commitments and reporting practices. While there are no documented reduction targets or specific climate pledges from Hitachi High-Tech Corporation, it is important to note that the broader corporate family, including Hitachi, Ltd., has established various sustainability initiatives. These initiatives may include commitments to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and other climate-related frameworks, although specific targets for Hitachi High-Tech Corporation have not been disclosed. As a subsidiary, Hitachi High-Tech Corporation's climate strategies may align with those of its parent company, Hitachi, Ltd., which has set ambitious goals for reducing greenhouse gas emissions across its operations. However, without specific data or targets from Hitachi High-Tech Corporation itself, a detailed assessment of its carbon footprint and climate commitments remains unavailable.

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Scope 3
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000,000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Hitachi High-Tech Corporation's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Hitachi High-Tech Corporation's primary industry is Electrical Machinery Manufacturing, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Hitachi High-Tech Corporation's Location?

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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 Hitachi High-Tech Corporation is in JP, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Hitachi High-Tech Corporation's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 92% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Use of Sold Products
92%
Purchased Goods and Services
7%
Capital Goods
<1%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
<1%
Investments
<1%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
<1%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%
Business Travel
<1%

Hitachi High-Tech Corporation'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 High-Tech Corporation 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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