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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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46

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.

20

Industry Benchmark

Iwatani's score of 46 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 reported total carbon emissions of approximately 12,118,000,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 83,000,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 145,000,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and a significant 11,691,000,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). This data highlights the company's substantial carbon footprint, particularly in Scope 3 emissions, which often represent the largest share for many organisations. Iwatani has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for carbon neutrality by FY2050. As a near-term target, the company is focused on reducing its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 50% by FY2030, using 2018 as the baseline year. This commitment aligns with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which has approved these targets, ensuring they are consistent with the reductions necessary to limit global warming to 1.5°C. In summary, Iwatani is actively working towards significant emissions reductions, with clear targets for both the near and long term, reflecting a strong commitment to addressing climate change and enhancing sustainability within its operations.

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Scope 1
78,000,000
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Scope 2
140,000,000
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000,000,000
Scope 3
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0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
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. This request for Iwatani is in JP, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Iwatani is participating in some of the initiatives that 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
Reduction Actions

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