Kyuden
Kyuden, officially known as Kyushu Electric Power Company, Inc., is a leading player in the energy sector, headquartered in Fukuoka, Japan. Established in 1951, the company has significantly contributed to the region's power supply, primarily serving Kyushu and surrounding areas. Kyuden operates within the electric utility industry, focusing on the generation, transmission, and distribution of electricity. Its core offerings include thermal, hydroelectric, and renewable energy solutions, distinguished by a commitment to sustainability and innovation. With a strong market position, Kyuden has achieved notable milestones, including advancements in smart grid technology and a robust portfolio of renewable energy projects. The company continues to play a pivotal role in Japan's energy landscape, driving initiatives that align with national goals for energy efficiency and environmental stewardship.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Kyuden'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.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Kyuden's score of 44 is higher than 96% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Kyuden's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Kyuden reported total carbon emissions of approximately 34,610,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 17,800,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which are direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, and 16,810,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, which encompass indirect emissions from the value chain. Notably, there were no reported emissions for Scope 2, which typically includes indirect emissions from the generation of purchased electricity. Kyuden's emissions have shown fluctuations over the years, with a total of approximately 41,190,000,000 kg CO2e in 2020 and 38,630,000,000 kg CO2e in 2021. However, there are currently no specific reduction targets or initiatives disclosed by the company, indicating a potential area for improvement in their climate commitments. As a major player in the energy sector, Kyuden's emissions profile reflects the broader challenges faced by the industry in reducing carbon footprints. The absence of defined reduction targets suggests that while the company is aware of its emissions, it may need to enhance its strategic approach to climate action.
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| 2013 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 36,950,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 130,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 3 | 24,710,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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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.
Kyuden is not committed to any 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.
