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Keyence Corporation

Keyence Corporation, a leading global provider of automation and inspection solutions, is headquartered in Japan. Founded in 1974, the company has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including North America, Europe, and Asia. Keyence operates primarily within the industrial automation sector, focusing on areas such as sensors, vision systems, and laser markers. Renowned for its innovative products, Keyence distinguishes itself through cutting-edge technology and user-friendly designs that enhance productivity and efficiency. The company has achieved significant milestones, including rapid growth in market share and recognition for its commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. With a reputation for excellence, Keyence continues to set industry standards, making it a preferred choice for businesses seeking advanced automation solutions.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Keyence Corporation'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.

32

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Machinery and Equipment 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.

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Industry Benchmark

Keyence Corporation's score of 32 is higher than 95% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Keyence Corporation's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Keyence Corporation reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 3,791,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 2, alongside 1,545,190,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a continued commitment to reducing their carbon footprint, with a target to decrease emissions from business activities (Scope 1 and 2) by 43% by FY 2030 compared to FY 2016 levels. In 2022, the company recorded emissions of about 4,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2, and 1,278,948,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. This indicates a positive trend towards achieving their reduction goals, as emissions from Scope 1 and 2 have decreased from 4,225,000 kg CO2e in 2017 to the current figure. Keyence's climate commitments are significant within the context of global efforts to mitigate climate change, demonstrating a proactive approach to sustainability and environmental responsibility.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Keyence Corporation's primary industry is Machinery and equipment n.e.c. (29), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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 Keyence Corporation is in JP, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Keyence Corporation is not participating in any of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.

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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