Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd.
Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd., commonly known as Kawasaki, is a prominent player in the global transport equipment sector, headquartered in Japan. Established in 1896, the company has evolved significantly, marking key milestones in the development of advanced transportation solutions.
Operating primarily in the "Other transport equipment" industry, Kawasaki excels in manufacturing a diverse range of products, including railway systems, aerospace components, and marine vessels. Its commitment to innovation and quality sets it apart, particularly in the production of high-speed trains and environmentally friendly transport solutions.
With a strong market position, Kawasaki has garnered recognition for its technological advancements and sustainable practices, solidifying its reputation as a leader in the transport equipment industry. The company continues to expand its operational footprint across Asia, Europe, and North America, driving progress in transportation technology.
+30 vs industry average
Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd.’s score of 58 is higher than 73% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Transport Equipment Manufacturing has typical carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Transport Equipment Manufacturing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 31% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd.'s reported carbon emissions
Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd. (JP), operating in the Other transport equipment (35) sector, has established ambitious climate commitments aligned with a net-zero future. The company aims to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by fiscal year 2049.
For its near-term goals, Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd. is committed to reducing absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions by 50.4% by fiscal year 2032, using fiscal year 2022 as the baseline. Additionally, they aim to reduce absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions from the use of sold products by 30% within the same timeframe.
Looking at longer-term targets, Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd. plans to reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions by 90% by fiscal year 2049, also from a fiscal year 2022 baseline. A further 90% reduction in absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions is targeted within the same long-term horizon. These targets are verified by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are consistent with limiting global warming to 1.5°C.
In terms of reported emissions, for the fiscal year 2023, Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd. reported Scope 1 emissions of approximately 134,912,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 281,401,000 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions for the same period were substantial, amounting to approximately 37,829,413,000 kg CO2e.
More recent data for fiscal year 2024 indicates Scope 3 emissions at approximately 32,615,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 1 and 2 emissions at approximately 446,000,000 kg CO2e. Data for fiscal year 2024 shows Scope 3 emissions at approximately 32,615,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 1 and 2 emissions at approximately 446,000,000 kg CO2e. Earlier data from fiscal year 2020 reported Scope 3 emissions of approximately 123,615,696,000 kg CO2e and Scope 1 and 2 emissions at approximately 394,541,000 kg CO2e (market-based).
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Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd.’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Carbon Disclosure Project
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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