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Kyocera

Kyocera Corporation, a leading multinational company headquartered in Japan (JP), has established itself as a key player in the technology and manufacturing sectors since its founding in 1959. With a diverse portfolio that spans ceramics, electronics, and telecommunications, Kyocera is renowned for its innovative solutions in areas such as semiconductor packaging, solar energy, and document imaging. The company operates extensively across Asia, Europe, and the Americas, positioning itself as a global leader in advanced materials and components. Notable achievements include pioneering developments in ceramic technology and sustainable energy solutions, which have solidified its reputation for quality and reliability. Kyocera's commitment to innovation and sustainability sets it apart in a competitive market, making it a trusted name for businesses seeking cutting-edge technology and environmentally friendly products.

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63

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Ceramics 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.

17

Industry Benchmark

Kyocera's score of 63 is higher than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Kyocera's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Kyocera Corporation reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 5,761,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 1,018,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 5,357,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 5,048,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions totalled about 923,000,000 kg CO2e. Kyocera has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions by 46% from fiscal year 2020 levels by 2031. This target has been endorsed by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and represents a significant increase from their previous goal of a 30% reduction from fiscal year 2014 levels. Additionally, the company is targeting a 20-fold increase in renewable energy adoption in its production activities by 2031, compared to 2014 levels. Furthermore, Kyocera aims to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050, aligning with the Paris Agreement. Overall, Kyocera's proactive approach to reducing emissions across all scopes demonstrates its commitment to sustainability and climate action within the semiconductor and semiconductor equipment sector.

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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Kyocera's primary industry is Ceramic goods, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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 Kyocera is in JP, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

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.

Kyocera 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.

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

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