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Kyocera Corporation, commonly referred to as Kyocera, is a prominent Japanese company specialising in semiconductor and related device manufacturing. Headquartered in Kyoto, Japan, the firm operates globally, with significant presence across Asia, North America, and Europe. Founded in 1959, Kyocera has established a strong reputation for innovation in electronic components, ceramics, and advanced materials.
The company's core offerings include high-performance semiconductors, electronic components, and cutting-edge ceramic products, recognised for their durability and precision. Kyocera’s market position is reinforced by its commitment to technological excellence and sustainable practices, making it a key player in the semiconductor industry. Its longstanding history of milestones and industry achievements underscores its role as a leader in advanced manufacturing solutions.
82
DitchCarbon score
+34 vs industry average
Kyocera’s score of 82 is higher than 91% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Very High
Semiconductor and Related Device Manufacturing is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
0.673
20182025
The Semiconductor and Related Device Manufacturing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 29% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
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Kyocera's reported carbon emissions
Kyocera, a Japanese Semiconductor and Related Device Manufacturing company, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 4.704 billion kg CO2e in 2025. This included about 115.3 million kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, approximately 756.8 million kg CO2e from market-based Scope 2 emissions, and around 3.832 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions.
The company has set several climate commitments. Kyocera's new Science Based Target (SBTi) is to reduce overall greenhouse gas emissions by 46% by fiscal year 2031 from fiscal year 2020 levels, improving upon an original target of 30% from fiscal year 2014 levels. This includes a 46.2% absolute reduction in Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by fiscal year 2030/31 from a fiscal year 2019/20 base year. Kyocera also commits to reducing absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 46.2% within the same timeframe. The company aims to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050 in line with the Paris Agreement and by fiscal year 2051 for climate neutrality. Additionally, Kyocera targets a 20-fold increase in renewable energy adoption in its production activities by fiscal year 2031 compared to fiscal year 2014 levels.
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Kyocera’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
6 goals2031
46.2% reduction in scope 3 total
On track46.2%
2031
46.2% reduction in scope 3 total
KYOCERA Corporation commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 46.2% by FY2030/31 from a FY2019/20 base year. KYOCERA Corporatio…
On track46.2%
2031
46.2% reduction in Scope 1
Insufficient data46.2%
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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