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Iwatani

Iwatani Corporation, a leading name in the energy and industrial sectors, is headquartered in Japan (JP) and operates extensively across Asia and beyond. Founded in 1930, Iwatani has established itself as a pioneer in the production and distribution of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) and related products, playing a crucial role in the energy market. The company is renowned for its innovative cooking appliances, including portable gas stoves and outdoor cooking equipment, which are designed for efficiency and safety. Iwatani's commitment to quality and sustainability has positioned it as a trusted brand among consumers and businesses alike. With a strong market presence and a focus on technological advancement, Iwatani continues to achieve notable milestones in the energy industry, reinforcing its reputation as a leader in providing reliable energy solutions.

DitchCarbon Score

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39

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Construction Work 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.

19

Industry Benchmark

Iwatani's score of 39 is higher than 97% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Iwatani's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Iwatani Corporation reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 11,691,000,000 kg CO2e globally, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 116,621,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 321,113,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 11,691,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions, committing to a 50% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030, using 2018 as the baseline year. This commitment aligns with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and is designed to support efforts to limit global warming to 1.5°C. In Japan, Iwatani's emissions for 2023 included approximately 83,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 145,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. The company is actively working to measure and reduce its Scope 3 emissions, which represent the majority of its total emissions. Iwatani's climate commitments reflect a proactive approach to sustainability within the trading and commercial services sector, aiming to significantly lower its carbon footprint in the coming years.

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2020202120222023
Scope 1
81,570,000
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Scope 2
132,928,000
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000,000,000
Scope 3
8,559,372,000
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00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Iwatani's primary industry is Construction work (45), which is low 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. Iwatani is headquartered in JP, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Iwatani is committed to some 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
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero

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