Lixil Sustainability Profile
Lixil Corporation, a leading global player in the building materials and housing equipment industry, is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. Founded in 2011 through the merger of several prominent companies, Lixil has rapidly established itself as a key innovator in the market, focusing on sustainable living solutions and advanced technology. The company operates extensively across Asia, Europe, and North America, offering a diverse range of products, including bathroom fixtures, kitchen systems, and housing materials. Lixil is renowned for its commitment to quality and design, exemplified by its flagship brands such as INAX and GROHE. With a strong emphasis on sustainability, Lixil has achieved notable milestones, including recognition for its eco-friendly initiatives and cutting-edge product designs, solidifying its position as a market leader in the global construction and home improvement sectors.
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Lixil's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, LIXIL Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 8,000,000,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 331,000,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 270,000,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and 7,486,000,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). The combined total for Scope 1 and 2 emissions was about 602,000,000 kg CO2e. LIXIL has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by FY2050. Near-term targets include a 50.4% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by FY2031, based on a FY2019 baseline, and a 30% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. Additionally, the company aims to reduce its Scope 1 emissions to near zero by 2025 and has achieved a 46.9% reduction in CO2 emissions and a 42.8% reduction in emission intensity per unit of output from 2019 to 2023. LIXIL's targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect a commitment to sustainable practices within the building products sector. The company is actively working towards these goals through increased energy efficiency and the utilisation of renewable energy sources.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 546,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 600,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 5,470,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Lixil's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Lixil's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 4% last year and increased by approximately 37% since 2016, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 44% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Lixil'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.
Lixil has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
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