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Pre-Prepared Foods
JP
updated 2 months ago

Maruha Nichiro Foods, Inc. Sustainability Profile

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Maruha Nichiro Foods, Inc., a prominent player in the global food industry, is headquartered in Japan and operates extensively across Asia, North America, and Europe. Founded in 1881, the company has a rich history marked by significant milestones, including its evolution into a leading provider of seafood and processed food products. Specialising in high-quality frozen seafood, canned goods, and ready-to-eat meals, Maruha Nichiro distinguishes itself through its commitment to sustainability and innovation. The company’s rigorous quality control processes ensure that its products meet the highest standards, appealing to health-conscious consumers worldwide. With a strong market position, Maruha Nichiro has garnered numerous accolades for its contributions to food safety and environmental stewardship, solidifying its reputation as a trusted brand in the food sector.

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How does Maruha Nichiro Foods, Inc.'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.

19

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Pre-Prepared Foods 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.

10

Industry Benchmark

Maruha Nichiro Foods, Inc.'s score of 19 is higher than 61% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Maruha Nichiro Foods, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Maruha Nichiro Corporation

Maruha Nichiro Foods, Inc., headquartered in Japan (JP), currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year. The company is a merged entity, inheriting emissions data from its parent organisation, Maruha Nichiro Corporation. However, no specific figures or reduction targets have been disclosed. As part of its climate commitments, Maruha Nichiro Foods, Inc. has not outlined any specific reduction initiatives or targets, including those from the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The absence of detailed emissions data and reduction strategies suggests that the company may still be in the early stages of formalising its climate action plans. In the broader context of the industry, companies are increasingly focusing on reducing their carbon footprints and committing to sustainability goals. Maruha Nichiro Foods, Inc. will need to align with these trends to enhance its environmental performance and meet stakeholder expectations.

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201720182019202020212022
Scope 1
95,913,000
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Scope 2
158,510,000
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000,000,000
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000,000,000
Scope 3
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0,000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Maruha Nichiro Foods, Inc.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Maruha Nichiro Foods, Inc.'s primary industry is Prepared/preserved foods, which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Maruha Nichiro Foods, Inc.'s Location?

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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 Maruha Nichiro Foods, Inc. is in JP, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Maruha Nichiro Foods, Inc.'s Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 67% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2022
Purchased Goods and Services
67%
Use of Sold Products
16%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
5%
Processing of Sold Products
5%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
5%
Capital Goods
<1%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Business Travel
<1%

Maruha Nichiro Foods, Inc.'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.

Maruha Nichiro Foods, Inc. 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.

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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