Hoya
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.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Hoya'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.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Hoya's score of 33 is higher than 88% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Hoya's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Hoya Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 499,000,000 kg CO2e globally, with Scope 1 emissions at about 13,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 486,000,000 kg CO2e. In Japan, the company recorded Scope 1 emissions of about 4,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 35,000,000 kg CO2e, leading to a total of around 39,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2 combined. Over the years, Hoya's emissions have fluctuated, with a notable peak in 2021 at approximately 425,902,000 kg CO2e globally. The company has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges, indicating a potential area for future commitment. Hoya's emissions data reflects its operational impact, primarily from Scope 2 emissions, which constitute the majority of its carbon footprint. The company continues to monitor and report its emissions, aligning with industry standards for transparency and accountability in climate commitments.
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| 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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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.
Hoya 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.
