Kagome Sustainability Profile
Kagome Co., Ltd., commonly known as Kagome, is a leading Japanese company headquartered in Nagoya, Japan. Established in 1899, Kagome has evolved into a prominent player in the food and beverage industry, specialising in tomato-based products, sauces, and health-oriented foods. With a strong operational presence across Asia, North America, and Europe, the company has made significant strides in sustainability and innovation. Kagome is renowned for its high-quality tomato products, including juices, pastes, and sauces, which are distinguished by their rich flavour and nutritional benefits. The company has achieved notable market recognition, being a top producer of tomato products in Japan. With a commitment to quality and health, Kagome continues to lead the way in the food sector, focusing on both consumer satisfaction and environmental responsibility.
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Kagome's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Kagome Co., Ltd. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 58,615,000 kg CO2e, encompassing Scope 1 and 2 emissions. This figure reflects a decrease from 60,229,000 kg CO2e in 2022 and 66,486,000 kg CO2e in 2021, indicating a positive trend in emissions reduction. Kagome has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 43.1% by 2030, using 2020 as the baseline year. Additionally, the company has committed to a 13% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions over the same timeframe. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are classified as consistent with limiting global warming to 1.5°C. The company's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, ensuring that these figures and commitments are directly attributed to Kagome Co., Ltd. As part of its sustainability strategy, Kagome is actively working towards these targets to enhance its environmental performance in the food and beverage processing sector.
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| 2020 | 2021 | |
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| Scope 1 | - | - |
| Scope 2 | - | - |
| Scope 3 | 1,315,239,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Kagome's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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Kagome has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
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