Hoya Sustainability Profile
Hoya Corporation, commonly referred to as Hoya, is a leading global company headquartered in Japan. Established in 1941, Hoya has evolved into a prominent player in the healthcare and optical industries, with significant operations across Asia, Europe, and the Americas. The company is renowned for its innovative products, including advanced optical lenses, medical endoscopes, and semiconductor-related materials. Hoya's commitment to quality and precision sets it apart, making it a trusted name in vision care and healthcare solutions. With a strong market position, Hoya has achieved notable milestones, such as pioneering developments in high-index lenses and digital imaging technologies. As a result, Hoya continues to shape the future of optics and healthcare, maintaining a reputation for excellence and innovation in its core business areas.
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Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Medical Device 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.
Industry Benchmark
Hoya's score of 63 is higher than 78% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Hoya's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Hoya Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 403,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 11,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 392,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based). In 2023, the company recorded total emissions of about 499,000,000 kg CO2e, with 13,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and approximately 486,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based). Notably, Hoya's Scope 3 emissions for 2023 included about 24,000,000 kg CO2e from capital goods and 66,000,000 kg CO2e from fuel and energy-related activities. Hoya has committed to near-term climate targets, as indicated by their status of being "Committed" to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). However, specific reduction targets have not been disclosed. The company operates within the healthcare equipment and supplies sector and is headquartered in Japan. The emissions data reflects a commitment to transparency and accountability in their climate impact, with a focus on reducing their carbon footprint in alignment with global climate goals.
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| 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 27,374,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 373,437,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - |
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Hoya's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Hoya's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 87% last year and decreased by approximately 87% since 2022, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Their carbon footprint includes suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 15% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Fuel and Energy Related Activities" being the largest emissions source at 73% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Hoya'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.
Hoya 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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