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Transport Equipment Manufacturing
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Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd. Sustainability Profile

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Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd., commonly known as Kawasaki, is a prominent Japanese multinational corporation headquartered in Kobe, Japan. Established in 1896, the company has evolved into a leader in various sectors, including aerospace, energy, and transportation. With a strong presence in Asia, Europe, and North America, Kawasaki is renowned for its innovative engineering solutions. The company’s core offerings encompass a diverse range of products, from advanced aerospace systems and railway vehicles to industrial machinery and marine vessels. Kawasaki's commitment to quality and technological advancement has solidified its position in the global market, making it a trusted name in heavy industries. Notable achievements include pioneering developments in eco-friendly technologies and a robust portfolio of cutting-edge products that cater to evolving industry demands.

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How does Kawasaki Heavy Industries, 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.

65

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Transport Equipment Manufacturing 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.

24

Industry Benchmark

Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd.'s score of 65 is higher than 81% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd.'s reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 10,325,000 kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 6,550,995,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 281,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalling around 4,027,532,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by FY2049. Kawasaki has established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50.4% by FY2032, using FY2022 as the baseline. Additionally, it aims to decrease Scope 3 emissions from the use of sold products by 30% within the same timeframe. For the long term, the company targets a 90% reduction in both Scope 1 and 2 emissions, as well as Scope 3 emissions, by FY2049. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are classified as consistent with the reductions required to limit global warming to 1.5°C. Kawasaki Heavy Industries, headquartered in Japan, is committed to implementing these strategies to mitigate its environmental impact and contribute to global climate goals.

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201520162017201820192020202120222023
Scope 1
176,000,000
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000,000,000
000,000,000
00,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
Scope 2
324,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
54,323,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
000,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd.'s primary industry is Transport Equipment Manufacturing, which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd.'s Location?

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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 Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd. is in JP, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd.'s Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd.'s Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 11% last year and decreased by approximately 93% since 2015, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. A significant portion of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 38% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 811% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2023
Use of Sold Products
811%
Purchased Goods and Services
95%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
23%
Capital Goods
8%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
2%
Business Travel
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Investments
<1%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%

Kawasaki Heavy Industries, 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.

Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd. 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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