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Lawson

Lawson, Inc., commonly known as Lawson, is a prominent player in the convenience store industry, headquartered in Japan (JP). Founded in 1975, the company has established a significant presence across various regions, including major urban centres in Japan and select international markets. Specialising in retail, Lawson offers a diverse range of products and services, including fresh food, beverages, and daily necessities, setting itself apart with its commitment to quality and customer convenience. The company has achieved notable milestones, such as the introduction of innovative store formats and a strong focus on sustainability. With a robust market position, Lawson continues to be a leader in the convenience store sector, recognised for its unique offerings and customer-centric approach. Its dedication to enhancing the shopping experience has solidified its reputation as a trusted brand in the retail landscape.

DitchCarbon Score

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29

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Retail Trade Services 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.

21

Industry Benchmark

Lawson's score of 29 is higher than 86% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

86%

Lawson's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Lawson reported total carbon emissions of approximately 5,964,100,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 50,300,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 988,800,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions primarily from the use of sold products, which accounted for around 39,600,000 kg CO2e. Comparatively, in 2022, Lawson's total emissions were about 5,567,100,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 4,300,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions around 896,800,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalling about 5,567,100 kg CO2e. This indicates an increase in total emissions from 2022 to 2023. Lawson has not set specific long-term reduction targets or committed to net-zero emissions. However, they have made near-term commitments, although some have been removed or expired. The company operates within the retail sector in Japan and continues to assess its climate impact and strategies for improvement.

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20222023
Scope 1
4,300,000
00,000,000
Scope 2
896,800,000
000,000,000
Scope 3
5,567,100
00,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Lawson's primary industry is Retail trade services, except of motor vehicles and motorcycles; repair services of personal and household goods (52), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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. Lawson is headquartered in JP, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

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.

Lawson 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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