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JAPAN POST Co., Ltd.

Japan Post Co., Ltd., headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, is a leading player in the postal and logistics industry. Established in 2007, the company emerged from the privatisation of Japan Post, which has a rich history dating back to 1871. Japan Post operates extensively across the nation, providing essential services in mail delivery, logistics, and financial services. The company is renowned for its comprehensive range of products, including domestic and international parcel delivery, express mail services, and banking solutions. Japan Post's unique integration of postal and financial services positions it as a one-stop solution for customers. With a strong market presence, Japan Post has achieved significant milestones, including the successful launch of innovative digital services, reinforcing its status as a trusted leader in the industry.

DitchCarbon Score

How does JAPAN POST Co., Ltd.'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.

44

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Telecommunications Services 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.

27

Industry Benchmark

JAPAN POST Co., Ltd.'s score of 44 is higher than 86% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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JAPAN POST Co., Ltd.'s reported carbon emissions

In 2023, JAPAN POST Co., Ltd. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,400 kg CO2e, a reduction from about 4,300 kg CO2e in 2022. These figures pertain to Scope 1 and 2 emissions, indicating direct and indirect emissions from their operations. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a carbon-neutral, decarbonised society in Japan by FY2051/3. They have established a roadmap to achieve net zero emissions, with specific reduction targets of 60% for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030. Additionally, they aim for a 50% reduction in total Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. Japan Post Group has also committed to achieving carbon neutrality by 2050, with a milestone of a 46% reduction in emissions compared to FY2019 levels by 2030. These initiatives reflect their proactive approach to addressing climate change and contributing to a sustainable future.

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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. JAPAN POST Co., Ltd.'s primary industry is Post and telecommunication services (64), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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 JAPAN POST Co., Ltd. is in JP, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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JAPAN POST Co., Ltd. is not participating in any 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
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