Kddi Sustainability Profile
KDDI Corporation, commonly known as KDDI, is a leading telecommunications provider headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. Established in 1984, KDDI has evolved into a major player in the global telecommunications industry, offering a diverse range of services across Japan and internationally. The company is renowned for its innovative mobile and fixed-line communication solutions, including its au mobile brand and extensive data centre services through Telehouse. KDDI's commitment to cutting-edge technology and customer-centric solutions has positioned it as a market leader, with notable achievements in 5G deployment and IoT services. The company continues to expand its footprint, providing unique offerings that cater to both individual consumers and businesses, ensuring seamless connectivity and robust infrastructure.
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Kddi's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, KDDI Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 5,621,771,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 5,451,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 641,922,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and 4,974,398,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). The previous year, 2023, saw total emissions of about 6,202,591,000 kg CO2e, indicating a slight reduction in overall emissions. KDDI has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to achieve net-zero CO2 emissions across its business activities by fiscal 2030. This includes a target to reduce Scope 1 emissions by 50% and Scope 2 emissions by 14% compared to fiscal 2019 levels. Additionally, KDDI aims to reduce Scope 3 emissions by 28% within the same timeframe. Long-term goals include a 95% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions and a 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by fiscal 2040. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect KDDI's commitment to addressing climate change within the telecommunications sector. The company is actively working towards these goals, with a focus on achieving carbon neutrality for Scope 1 and 2 emissions by the end of fiscal 2030.
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| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,846,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 948,612,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 4,161,559,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Kddi's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Kddi's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 5% last year and increased by approximately 20% since 2012, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 65% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Kddi'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.
Kddi 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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