JERA Co., Inc.
JERA Co., Inc., a leading energy company headquartered in Japan, plays a pivotal role in the global power industry. Established in 2015, JERA has rapidly evolved, focusing on the generation and trading of electricity, as well as the development of renewable energy solutions. With major operations across Asia and a commitment to sustainability, JERA is at the forefront of the energy transition. The company’s core offerings include thermal power generation and a growing portfolio of renewable energy projects, distinguished by their innovative approach and efficiency. JERA's strategic partnerships and investments in cutting-edge technology have solidified its position as a market leader, contributing significantly to Japan's energy landscape and beyond. With a vision for a sustainable future, JERA continues to set benchmarks in the energy sector.
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JERA Co., Inc.'s reported carbon emissions
In 2023, JERA Co., Inc., headquartered in Japan, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 149,130,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 125,737,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions from purchased electricity at approximately 73,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalling around 65,028,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, with a target to decrease domestic business CO2 emissions by more than 60% relative to FY2013 by 2035. Additionally, JERA aims to achieve net-zero CO2 emissions across all operations, both domestic and overseas, by 2050. In previous years, JERA's emissions were as follows: in 2022, total emissions were about 145,530,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 128,552,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at around 60,000,000 kg CO2e. In 2021, total emissions reached about 131,925,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions of approximately 131,925,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has also set a near-term goal to reduce the carbon emission intensity of its thermal power plants by 20% by FY2030. JERA's emissions data is cascaded from its parent company, reflecting its commitment to sustainability and climate action within the energy sector. The company actively participates in various climate initiatives, reinforcing its dedication to environmental stewardship.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 127,573,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 79,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 62,469,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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JERA Co., Inc. 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.
