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Meidensha Sustainability Profile

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Meidensha Corporation, commonly referred to as Meidensha, is a prominent player in the electrical and mechanical engineering industry, headquartered in Japan. Established in 1897, the company has a rich history marked by innovation and growth, particularly in the fields of power generation, transportation, and industrial automation. With a strong presence in Asia and beyond, Meidensha excels in providing cutting-edge solutions such as electrical equipment, control systems, and railway technologies. Their unique offerings, including high-efficiency transformers and advanced control systems, set them apart in a competitive market. Recognised for their commitment to quality and sustainability, Meidensha has achieved significant milestones, solidifying their position as a leader in the industry. Their dedication to technological advancement continues to drive their success and influence in the global market.

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50

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Motor Vehicle Manufacturing 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.

26

Industry Benchmark

Meidensha's score of 50 is higher than 68% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Meidensha's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Meidensha Corporation reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 7.34 billion kg CO2e, comprising 16,719,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 17,513,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and about 7.30 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions are primarily driven by the use of sold products, which accounted for approximately 5.89 billion kg CO2e. Meidensha has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for carbon neutrality by 2050. The company has also established science-based targets, committing to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 30% by FY2030/31 from a FY2019/20 baseline. Additionally, it aims to reduce Scope 3 emissions from the use of sold products by 15% over the same timeframe. In a more recent commitment, Meidensha has pledged to achieve a 50% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by FY2030 from a FY2019 baseline, alongside a 30% reduction in Scope 3 emissions. These targets reflect Meidensha's dedication to aligning with global climate goals and demonstrate a proactive approach to mitigating its environmental impact.

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20192020202120222023
Scope 1
16,491,000
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00,000,000
Scope 2
24,980,000
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00,000,000
Scope 3
6,370,916,059,000
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0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Meidensha's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Meidensha's primary industry is Motor Vehicle Manufacturing, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Meidensha'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 Meidensha is in JP, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Meidensha's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Meidensha's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 27% last year and decreased by approximately 100% since 2019, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 81% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2023
Use of Sold Products
81%
Purchased Goods and Services
18%
Capital Goods
<1%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%
Business Travel
<1%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%
Employee Commuting
<1%

Meidensha'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.

Meidensha 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.

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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