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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In 2024, Kyocera Corporation reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 4,675,000,000 kg CO2e, with about 799,000,000 kg CO2e attributed to Scope 1 and 2 emissions, and approximately 3,876,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This marks a decrease from 2023, where total emissions were about 5,761,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 and 2 emissions at approximately 923,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions at around 4,838,000,000 kg CO2e. Kyocera has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 46% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by fiscal year 2031 from a fiscal year 2020 baseline. This target has been endorsed by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and represents an improvement over 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 FY2031 compared to FY2014 levels, with a long-term goal of achieving carbon neutrality by 2050 in alignment with the Paris Agreement. Kyocera's commitments encompass all scopes of emissions, including a 46.2% reduction target for both Scope 1 and 2 emissions, as well as Scope 3 emissions, all set for the same timeframe of FY2030/31 from a FY2019/20 base year. These targets reflect Kyocera's proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint in the semiconductor and semiconductor equipment sector.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Kyocera has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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