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.
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In 2023, Iwatani Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 12,118,000,000 kg CO2e globally, with specific contributions of 116,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 310,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. In Japan, the company’s emissions were about 83,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 145,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, totalling approximately 228,000,000 kg CO2e for these scopes. Iwatani has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for carbon neutrality by FY2050. As part of its near-term targets, the company is committed to reducing Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by FY2030, using 2018 as the baseline year. This target has been validated through the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which confirms that these reductions align with the necessary actions to limit global warming to 1.5°C. The company does not currently report Scope 3 emissions data, but it has expressed intentions to measure and reduce these emissions in the future. Iwatani's climate strategy reflects a proactive approach to sustainability, addressing both direct and indirect emissions as part of its long-term environmental goals.
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2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 78,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 140,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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