Public Profile

Kowa

Kowa Company, Ltd., commonly referred to as Kowa, is a prominent Japanese corporation headquartered in Nagoya, Japan. Established in 1894, Kowa has evolved into a key player in various industries, including pharmaceuticals, textiles, and optical products. The company is renowned for its innovative approach to healthcare, particularly in the development of prescription medications and over-the-counter products. Kowa's core offerings include high-quality pharmaceuticals, advanced medical devices, and precision optical equipment, such as binoculars and microscopes. Their commitment to research and development has positioned them as a leader in the pharmaceutical sector, with notable achievements in cardiovascular and dermatological treatments. With a strong presence in both domestic and international markets, Kowa continues to uphold its reputation for excellence and innovation across its diverse business areas.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Kowa'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.

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Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Construction Work 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.

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Industry Benchmark

Kowa's score of 6 is higher than 77% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Kowa's reported carbon emissions

Kowa Seisakusyo Co., Ltd., headquartered in Japan, has set ambitious climate commitments aimed at significantly reducing its greenhouse gas emissions. Although specific emissions data for the most recent year is not available, the company has established a target to reduce its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 42% by 2030, using 2021 as the base year. This target has been validated through the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and aligns with the necessary reductions to limit global warming to 1.5°C. In addition to its Scope 1 and Scope 2 commitments, Kowa is also focused on measuring and reducing its Scope 3 emissions, which encompass indirect emissions from its value chain. These initiatives reflect Kowa's dedication to addressing climate change and contributing to a more sustainable future within the building products sector.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Kowa's primary industry is Construction work (45), which is 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. Kowa is headquartered in JP, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Kowa is committed to some 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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