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Electricity Transmission
JP
updated 6 hours ago

Kyushu Electric Power Company, Incorporated

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Kyushu Electric Power Company, Incorporated, commonly known as Kyuden, is a leading energy provider headquartered in Fukuoka, Japan. Established in 1951, the company primarily serves the Kyushu region, delivering reliable electricity and gas services to millions of customers. Kyuden operates within the electric utility industry, focusing on power generation, transmission, and distribution. The company is renowned for its commitment to renewable energy, with significant investments in solar and hydroelectric power, setting it apart in a competitive market. With a strong emphasis on innovation and sustainability, Kyushu Electric Power has achieved notable milestones, including advancements in smart grid technology. As a key player in Japan's energy landscape, Kyuden continues to enhance its market position through strategic initiatives aimed at promoting energy efficiency and environmental stewardship.

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How does Kyushu Electric Power Company, Incorporated'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.

45

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Electricity Transmission 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.

27

Industry Benchmark

Kyushu Electric Power Company, Incorporated's score of 45 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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Kyushu Electric Power Company, Incorporated's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Kyushu Electric Power Company, Incorporated reported total carbon emissions of approximately 33,410,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 17,800,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 60,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of around 15,610,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 70% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by FY2030, relative to a 2013 baseline. Additionally, it targets a 50% reduction in total greenhouse gas emissions across all scopes by FY2030. For Scope 3 emissions, Kyushu Electric aims to reduce emissions from energy-related activities and the use of sold products by 25% within the same timeframe. Kyushu Electric's long-term goals include a commitment to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 47% per MWh by FY2031, using FY2021 as the base year. This commitment also extends to Scope 1 and 3 emissions from all sold electricity, with the same percentage reduction targeted. The company’s initiatives align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect a commitment to maintaining emissions reductions consistent with keeping global warming well below 2°C. Overall, Kyushu Electric Power Company is actively working towards significant emissions reductions, demonstrating a proactive approach to climate change and sustainability.

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27,500,000,000
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Scope 2
100,000
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Scope 3
8,900,000,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Kyushu Electric Power Company, Incorporated's primary industry is Transmission services of electricity, which is medium 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 Kyushu Electric Power Company, Incorporated is in JP, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Kyushu Electric Power Company, Incorporated 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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