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Kobelco Cranes Co., Ltd. Sustainability Profile

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Kobelco Cranes Co., Ltd., a prominent player in the crane manufacturing industry, is headquartered in Japan. Established in 1930, the company has built a strong reputation for its innovative and high-quality lifting solutions, primarily serving the construction, mining, and industrial sectors. With a significant presence in Asia, Europe, and North America, Kobelco Cranes has become synonymous with reliability and advanced engineering. The company’s core product offerings include crawler cranes, tower cranes, and hydraulic excavators, distinguished by their cutting-edge technology and exceptional performance. Kobelco Cranes is recognised for its commitment to sustainability and efficiency, positioning itself as a leader in the global market. Notable achievements include numerous awards for design excellence and a robust portfolio of successful projects worldwide, solidifying its status as a trusted name in heavy machinery.

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How does Kobelco Cranes Co., Ltd.'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.

27

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.

25

Industry Benchmark

Kobelco Cranes Co., Ltd.'s score of 27 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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Kobelco Cranes Co., Ltd.'s reported carbon emissions

Inherited from KOBELCO Construction Machinery Co.,Ltd.

Kobelco Cranes Co., Ltd., headquartered in Japan, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year. The company is part of a corporate family that includes Kobe Steel, Ltd., from which it inherits emissions data at a cascade level of 2. However, no specific emissions figures or reduction targets have been provided in the available data. Kobelco Cranes Co., Ltd. has not outlined any specific climate commitments or reduction initiatives, nor does it appear to have set Science-Based Targets (SBTi) or other formal reduction targets. The absence of detailed emissions data and climate pledges suggests that the company may still be in the early stages of developing its climate strategy. As part of the broader industry context, companies in the construction machinery sector are increasingly focusing on sustainability and reducing their carbon footprints. Kobelco Cranes Co., Ltd. may benefit from aligning with industry standards and initiatives to enhance its climate commitments in the future.

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How Carbon Intensive is Kobelco Cranes Co., Ltd.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Kobelco Cranes Co., Ltd.'s primary industry is Machinery and Equipment, which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Kobelco Cranes Co., Ltd.'s Location?

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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 Kobelco Cranes Co., Ltd. is in JP, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Kobelco Cranes Co., Ltd.'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.

Kobelco Cranes Co., Ltd. has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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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