Kokuyo Co., Ltd., a prominent name in the stationery and office supplies industry, is headquartered in Japan. Founded in 1905, the company has established itself as a leader in innovative writing instruments, paper products, and office solutions, catering to both educational and professional markets. With a strong presence in Asia and expanding operations globally, Kokuyo is renowned for its commitment to quality and design. The company’s core offerings include notebooks, planners, and various office supplies, distinguished by their functionality and user-centric design. Kokuyo's dedication to sustainability and continuous improvement has earned it a notable position in the market, recognised for its contributions to enhancing productivity and creativity in workspaces. As a trusted brand, Kokuyo continues to shape the future of stationery with its innovative approach and customer-focused solutions.
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In 2022, Kokuyo Co., Ltd. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,236,000,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 7,953,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 30,854,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and a significant 1,206,618,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). The Scope 3 emissions include substantial contributions from purchased goods and services (972,882,000 kg CO2e) and the use of sold products (71,429,000 kg CO2e). Kokuyo has set ambitious reduction targets, committing to a 42% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, using 2022 as the base year. Additionally, the company aims to reduce Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services by 25% within the same timeframe. Furthermore, Kokuyo plans for 12.5% of its suppliers, based on emissions from purchased goods and services, to have science-based targets by 2028. These commitments align with industry standards and reflect Kokuyo's dedication to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint. The company's targets are consistent with the reductions required to limit global warming to 1.5°C, as recognised by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
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2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
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Scope 1 | 8,784,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 34,328,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 328,157,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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