Kintetsu World Express
Kintetsu World Express, Inc. (KWE) is a prominent logistics and transportation company headquartered in Japan. Established in 1948, KWE has grown to become a key player in the global freight forwarding industry, with significant operations across Asia, Europe, and North America. Specialising in air and ocean freight, customs brokerage, and supply chain management, KWE distinguishes itself through its commitment to customer service and innovative logistics solutions. The company has achieved notable milestones, including the expansion of its global network and the introduction of advanced tracking technologies. With a strong market position, Kintetsu World Express is recognised for its reliability and efficiency, making it a preferred choice for businesses seeking comprehensive logistics support.
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Kintetsu World Express's score of 29 is higher than 94% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Kintetsu World Express's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Kintetsu World Express reported total carbon emissions of approximately 19,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 345,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 6,251,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling around 12,404,000 kg CO2e, which encompasses areas such as purchased goods and services, employee commuting, and business travel. Comparatively, in 2021, the company recorded total emissions of about 7,070,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and Scope 2 alone, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 462,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at around 6,479,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a notable increase in emissions in 2022, particularly in Scope 3 categories. Despite the lack of specific reduction targets or climate pledges, Kintetsu World Express is actively engaged in monitoring and reporting its emissions, which is a critical step in addressing climate change. The company’s commitment to transparency in emissions reporting aligns with industry standards and reflects a growing awareness of the need for sustainable practices in logistics and transportation.
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Add to project| 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 462,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 6,479,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 00,000,000 |
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Kintetsu World Express is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.
