Komatsu
Komatsu Ltd., a leading player in the construction and mining equipment industry, is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. Founded in 1921, the company has established a strong global presence, with major operations across Asia, Europe, and North America. Renowned for its innovative machinery, Komatsu offers a diverse range of products, including excavators, bulldozers, and dump trucks, distinguished by their advanced technology and durability. With a commitment to sustainability and efficiency, Komatsu has achieved significant milestones, such as pioneering hybrid construction equipment. The company consistently ranks among the top manufacturers in its sector, recognised for its contributions to the development of smart construction solutions. As a trusted name in heavy machinery, Komatsu continues to shape the future of the industry through innovation and excellence.
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Komatsu's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Komatsu Ltd. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 342,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2, and about 30,425,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. The breakdown of Scope 3 emissions includes significant contributions from the use of sold products (approximately 26,884,000,000 kg CO2e) and business travel (about 134,000,000 kg CO2e). For 2024, the company has set ambitious climate commitments, declaring a goal to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050 across all scopes. This long-term target encompasses reductions in Scope 1, Scope 2, and total Scope 3 emissions. Additionally, Komatsu has committed to reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 59% by FY2034 from a FY2022 baseline, and Scope 3 emissions from fuel- and energy-related activities, as well as the use of sold products, by 35% within the same timeframe. In previous years, Komatsu's emissions were also substantial, with 2022 figures showing approximately 464,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2, and about 34,271,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. The company has made strides in its sustainability efforts, aligning its targets with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure they are consistent with climate science. Overall, Komatsu's commitment to reducing its carbon footprint reflects a proactive approach to addressing climate change, with clear targets set for the near and long term.
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| 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 147,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 400,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - |
| Scope 3 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Komatsu is participating in some 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.
