Hitachi Zosen Corporation, often referred to simply as Hitachi Zosen, is a prominent Japanese engineering firm headquartered in Osaka, Japan. Established in 1881, the company has evolved into a leader in the manufacturing and engineering sectors, with significant operations across Asia, Europe, and North America. Specialising in a diverse range of industries, Hitachi Zosen focuses on areas such as environmental solutions, energy systems, and industrial machinery. Their core products include waste-to-energy plants, water treatment systems, and advanced industrial equipment, all distinguished by innovative technology and sustainable practices. With a rich history marked by key milestones, Hitachi Zosen has solidified its market position through notable achievements, including pioneering developments in environmental engineering. The company continues to drive progress in the industry, emphasising quality and reliability in its offerings.
How does Hitachi Zosen'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.
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Hitachi Zosen's score of 17 is lower than 67% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2022, Hitachi Zosen reported total carbon emissions of approximately 224,500,000 kg CO2e, comprising 208,620,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 15,900,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. Additionally, Scope 3 emissions were recorded at about 7,200,000 kg CO2e. This data reflects a decrease from 2021, where total emissions were approximately 265,600,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 251,010,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 14,600,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 3 emissions were significantly lower at about 2,600,000 kg CO2e. Hitachi Zosen has not publicly committed to specific science-based targets (SBTi) or other formal reduction initiatives. The company’s emissions data is not cascaded from a parent organization, indicating that these figures are independently reported. The absence of documented reduction targets suggests a need for enhanced climate commitments in line with industry standards. Overall, Hitachi Zosen's emissions profile indicates a focus on managing and reporting carbon emissions, but further commitments and strategies may be necessary to align with global climate goals.
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| 2013 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 336,900,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 
| Scope 2 | 33,000,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 
| Scope 3 | - | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 
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 Zosen 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.
