JAPAN POST Co., Ltd. Sustainability Profile
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.
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.
Industry Benchmark
JAPAN POST Co., Ltd.'s score of 42 is higher than 59% 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
As of the latest available data, JAPAN POST Co., Ltd. does not report specific carbon emissions figures. However, the company is actively engaged in climate commitments aimed at achieving carbon neutrality. JAPAN POST BANK, a subsidiary of JAPAN POST Co., Ltd., has set a long-term target to create a carbon-neutral, decarbonised society for Japan by FY2051/3. In FY2024/3, the Bank published a roadmap to achieve net zero emissions. The Bank has established near-term reduction targets, aiming for a 60% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by FY2030, and a 50% reduction in Scope 3 emissions over the same timeframe. Additionally, the Japan Post Group has set an ultra-long-term target of achieving carbon neutrality by 2050, with a milestone of a 46% reduction in emissions compared to FY2019 levels by 2030. These initiatives are part of a broader commitment to address climate change, with emissions data and targets cascaded from the parent company, Japan Post Holdings Co., Ltd. The company is on track to meet its climate goals, reflecting a proactive approach to environmental sustainability.
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JAPAN POST Co., Ltd.'s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
JAPAN POST Co., Ltd. has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
