Kyuden Sustainability Profile
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.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Kyuden's score of 48 is higher than 64% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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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, 60,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and 16,810,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Notably, the company has seen a significant reduction in total emissions from 46,290,000,000 kg CO2e in 2022, indicating a decrease of about 11,680,000,000 kg CO2e year-on-year. Kyuden's emissions data is cascaded from its parent company, Kyushu Electric Power Company, Incorporated, which provides a comprehensive overview of their climate impact. The company has not set specific reduction targets under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other frameworks, nor have they made public climate pledges. The emissions breakdown for 2023 highlights the substantial contribution of Scope 3 emissions, particularly from fuel and energy-related activities, which accounted for approximately 12,710,000,000 kg CO2e. This underscores the importance of addressing indirect emissions in their climate strategy. Overall, while Kyuden has made strides in reducing its carbon footprint, the absence of formal reduction targets suggests an opportunity for further commitment 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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Kyuden's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Kyuden's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 26% last year and decreased by approximately 32% since 2013, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. A significant portion of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 49% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Fuel and Energy Related Activities" being the largest emissions source at 76% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Kyuden's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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.
Kyuden has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
