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Kintetsu World Express

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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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51

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Business Services 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.

25

Industry Benchmark

Kintetsu World Express's score of 51 is higher than 74% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Kintetsu World Express's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Kintetsu World Express (KWE) reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 1,900,000,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 25,379,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 47,871,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and a significant 1,875,255,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). The Scope 3 emissions primarily stem from upstream transportation and distribution, accounting for about 1,753,526,000 kg CO2e. KWE has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 35% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using FY2022 as a baseline. Furthermore, the company has committed to achieving carbon neutrality for Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2050. In the near term, KWE targets a 42% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, alongside a 25% reduction in Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. The company has also established long-term goals, including a 90% reduction in both Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2050, as well as a 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect KWE's commitment to maintaining a trajectory consistent with limiting global warming to 1.5°C. KWE's emissions data and climate commitments are cascaded from its parent company, Kintetsu World Express, Inc., ensuring a cohesive approach to sustainability across its operations.

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202120222023
Scope 1
462,000
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00,000,000
Scope 2
6,479,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 3
-
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0,000,000,000

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Kintetsu World Express's primary industry is Other business services (74), which is very 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 Kintetsu World Express is in JP, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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