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 49 is higher than 92% 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 Scope 1 emissions of about 17,800,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of 60,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of approximately 16,810,000,000 kg CO2e. Kyuden has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 47% per megawatt-hour (MWh) by the fiscal year 2031, using the fiscal year 2021 as a baseline. Additionally, the company plans to achieve a 47% reduction in Scope 1 and 3 emissions from all sold electricity within the same timeframe. Furthermore, Kyuden is committed to reducing other absolute Scope 3 emissions related to fuel and energy activities, as well as the use of sold products, by 25% by 2031. These targets reflect Kyuden's commitment to addressing climate change and transitioning towards more sustainable energy practices.
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Add to project| 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
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Kyuden is committed to some 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.
