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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Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd.'s score of 35 is higher than 95% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd., headquartered in Japan, has set ambitious climate commitments aimed at achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by FY2049. Although specific emissions data for the most recent year is not available, the company has established significant reduction targets. Kawasaki has committed to reducing absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by approximately 50.4% by FY2032, using FY2022 as the baseline year. Furthermore, the company aims to cut absolute Scope 3 emissions, particularly from the use of sold products, by about 30% within the same timeframe. For the long term, Kawasaki targets a substantial reduction of 90% in both absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by FY2049, alongside a similar 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to support the global effort to limit warming to 1.5°C. Kawasaki's commitment to sustainability reflects its proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint in the building products sector.
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