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Hokuriku Electric Power

Hokuriku Electric Power Company, commonly referred to as Hokuriku Electric, is a prominent player in Japan's energy sector, headquartered in Toyama City, Japan. Established in 1951, the company has significantly contributed to the development of the Hokuriku region, providing reliable electricity and innovative energy solutions. Operating primarily in the Hokuriku area, Hokuriku Electric Power focuses on the generation, transmission, and distribution of electricity, alongside expanding its services in renewable energy. The company is recognised for its commitment to sustainability, investing in hydroelectric and solar power projects that distinguish it from competitors. With a strong market position, Hokuriku Electric has achieved notable milestones, including advancements in energy efficiency and customer service. Its dedication to technological innovation and community engagement solidifies its reputation as a trusted energy provider in Japan.

DitchCarbon Score

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31

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Electricity from Other Sources 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.

22

Industry Benchmark

Hokuriku Electric Power's score of 31 is higher than 80% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Hokuriku Electric Power's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Hokuriku Electric Power reported total carbon emissions of approximately 13,150,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 20,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and about 4,520,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a continued commitment to monitoring and managing their carbon footprint across all scopes of emissions. In 2022, the company recorded emissions of approximately 17,480,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 20,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and around 4,370,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. The data indicates a slight reduction in Scope 1 emissions from 2022 to 2023, showcasing their efforts in emission management. Hokuriku Electric Power has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. However, the company continues to report its emissions transparently, which is essential for tracking progress in climate commitments. The emissions intensity based on retail electricity sales volume has been reported at approximately 0.000481 kg CO2e per kWh in 2023, indicating ongoing efforts to improve efficiency in their operations. Overall, while specific reduction targets are not outlined, Hokuriku Electric Power's emissions data reflects a proactive approach to understanding and managing their carbon emissions in alignment with industry standards.

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Scope 1
16,690,000,000
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Scope 2
80,000
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00,000
Scope 3
5,020,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Hokuriku Electric Power's primary industry is Electricity nec, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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. Hokuriku Electric Power is headquartered in JP, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Hokuriku Electric Power is not committed to any 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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