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Wholesale Trade
JP
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Mitani Corporation Sustainability Profile

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Mitani Corporation, a prominent player in the manufacturing sector, is headquartered in Japan (JP) and has established a strong presence in various operational regions across Asia. Founded in 1946, the company has evolved significantly, marking key milestones in its journey towards innovation and excellence. Specialising in the production of high-quality industrial machinery and components, Mitani Corporation is renowned for its unique offerings in precision engineering and advanced manufacturing solutions. The company’s commitment to quality and technological advancement has solidified its market position, making it a trusted partner for businesses seeking reliable and efficient machinery. With a focus on sustainability and customer satisfaction, Mitani Corporation continues to lead the industry, delivering exceptional products that meet the evolving needs of its clients.

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34

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Wholesale Trade 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

Mitani Corporation's score of 34 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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Mitani Corporation's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Mitani Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,065,600,000 kg CO2e, comprising 479,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 24,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 566,600,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions include significant contributions from purchased goods and services (about 483,620,000 kg CO2e) and capital goods (approximately 24,110,000 kg CO2e). Mitani Corporation has set ambitious reduction targets, aiming for a 30% reduction in CO2 emissions for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 by 2030, compared to the fiscal year 2013 levels. This commitment reflects a proactive approach to climate action, aligning with industry standards for sustainability. The company has consistently reported its emissions data, with a slight increase in Scope 1 emissions from 476,000,000 kg CO2e in 2022 to 479,000,000 kg CO2e in 2023. Scope 2 emissions also saw an increase from 22,000,000 kg CO2e in 2022 to 24,000,000 kg CO2e in 2023. The total emissions from Scope 1 and 2 combined were approximately 504,000,000 kg CO2e in 2023. Mitani Corporation's climate commitments and emissions data demonstrate a clear focus on reducing its carbon footprint while maintaining transparency in its reporting practices.

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20192020202120222023
Scope 1
471,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 2
20,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 3
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000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Mitani Corporation's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Mitani Corporation's primary industry is Wholesale Trade, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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

Mitani Corporation's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 53% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 85% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2023
Purchased Goods and Services
85%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
9%
Capital Goods
4%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Business Travel
<1%

Mitani Corporation'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.

Mitani Corporation 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
Reduction Actions

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