Kansai Electric Sustainability Profile
Kansai Electric Power Company, Inc. (commonly known as Kansai Electric) is a leading energy provider headquartered in Osaka, Japan. Established in 1951, the company has grown to become a pivotal player in the Japanese electric utility sector, primarily serving the Kansai region, which includes major cities like Kyoto and Kobe. Kansai Electric operates in the electricity generation, transmission, and distribution industries, focusing on a diverse energy portfolio that includes nuclear, hydroelectric, and renewable sources. The company is recognised for its commitment to innovation and sustainability, striving to enhance energy efficiency and reduce environmental impact. With a strong market position, Kansai Electric has achieved significant milestones, including advancements in smart grid technology and a robust response to Japan's energy challenges post-Fukushima. Its dedication to providing reliable and sustainable energy solutions makes it a cornerstone of Japan's energy landscape.
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Kansai Electric's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Kansai Electric Power Company reported significant greenhouse gas emissions, totalling approximately 22,849,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 4,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 29,532,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. This data highlights the company's substantial carbon footprint, particularly in Scope 3 emissions, which encompass indirect emissions from the entire supply chain. Kansai Electric has set ambitious reduction targets to address its carbon emissions. By 2025, the company aims to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 55% from 2013 levels, escalating to a 70% reduction by 2030. Additionally, the company targets a 50% reduction in total greenhouse gas emissions across all scopes by 2030. These commitments reflect a proactive approach to mitigating climate impact and align with industry standards for climate action. The emissions data and reduction targets are sourced directly from The Kansai Electric Power Company, Incorporated, with no cascaded data from parent organizations. The company is actively working towards its climate commitments, demonstrating a clear strategy for reducing its environmental footprint in the coming years.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 32,814,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 10,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 31,151,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Kansai Electric's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Kansai Electric's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 70% last year and decreased by approximately 5% since 2017, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 56% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Fuel and Energy Related Activities" being the largest emissions source at 80% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Kansai Electric'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.
Kansai Electric 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.
