Keyence Corporation, a leading player in the machinery and equipment sector, is headquartered in Japan and operates extensively across Asia, Europe, and North America. Founded in 1974, Keyence has established itself as a pioneer in automation and sensing technology, focusing on areas such as factory automation, vision systems, and measurement instruments.
The company is renowned for its innovative products, including laser markers, sensors, and barcode readers, which are distinguished by their high precision and user-friendly design. Keyence's commitment to research and development has positioned it at the forefront of the industry, earning accolades for its cutting-edge solutions that enhance productivity and efficiency in manufacturing processes. With a strong market presence and a reputation for excellence, Keyence continues to shape the future of automation technology.
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Keyence Corporation’s score of 39 is higher than 57% 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
Machinery and Equipment has above-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Machinery and Equipment industry has reduced its overall emissions by 12% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Keyence Corporation's reported carbon emissions
Keyence Corporation, headquartered in JP and operating in the Machinery and equipment n.e.c. (29) industry, has set a near-term climate commitment. The company aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from business activities (Scope 1 + Scope 2) by 43% by FY 2030, using FY 2016 as the baseline year. For the reporting year 2025, Keyence Corporation reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 1.25 billion kg CO2e. This figure is comprised of approximately 174,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, approximately 3.25 million kg CO2e for Scope 2, and approximately 1.24 billion kg CO2e for Scope 3. In the reporting year 2024, the company's total emissions were approximately 1.24 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 179,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 3.67 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at approximately 1.24 billion kg CO2e. For the reporting year 2023, Keyence Corporation's total emissions stood at approximately 1.55 billion kg CO2e. This included Scope 1 emissions of approximately 154,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 4.49 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of approximately 1.55 billion kg CO2e. In the reporting year 2022, total emissions were approximately 1.28 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 190,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 4.98 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at approximately 1.28 billion kg CO2e. For the reporting year 2021, Keyence Corporation reported Scope 1 and 2 emissions totalling approximately 3.27 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 data was not disclosed for this year. In the reporting year 2017, total emissions were approximately 4.12 million kg CO2e, comprising Scope 1 emissions of approximately 169,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 3.95 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions were not disclosed for this year. Keyence Corporation's emissions data is not cascaded from a parent organisation, and they are the source of their own reported performance data. A note on the data indicates that Scope 3 category "purchased goods and services" is missing for several reporting years.
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Keyence Corporation’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2 goals2030
43% reduction in Scope 2
We intend to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from business activities (Scope 1 + 2) by 43% in FY 2030 compared to FY 2016 levels.
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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