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Kyocera

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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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36

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.

16

Industry Benchmark

Kyocera's score of 36 is higher than 63% 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 about 923,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 2 emissions, while the majority, approximately 4,838,000,000 kg CO2e, falls under Scope 3 emissions. This marks a reduction from 2022, when total emissions were about 5,964,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 and 2 emissions at approximately 916,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions at about 5,048,000,000 kg CO2e. Kyocera has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 46% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by fiscal year 2031 from 2020 levels. 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 2014 levels. Additionally, the company is targeting a 20-fold increase in renewable energy adoption in its production activities by FY2031 compared to FY2014. Kyocera aims to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050, aligning with the Paris Agreement. The SBTi has confirmed that Kyocera's targets include a commitment to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 46.2% by FY2030/31 from a FY2019/20 base year, as well as a similar reduction for Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. These initiatives reflect Kyocera's dedication to sustainable practices and its proactive approach to addressing climate change.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Kyocera's primary industry is Ceramic goods, which is high 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. This request for Kyocera is in JP, which has a very high grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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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
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