Mitsuba
Mitsuba Corporation, commonly referred to as Mitsuba, is a leading manufacturer in the automotive components industry, headquartered in Japan. Established in 1946, the company has grown to become a key player in the production of high-quality electrical and mechanical components, particularly focusing on automotive alternators, starters, and other essential parts. With a strong presence in Asia, Europe, and North America, Mitsuba has achieved significant milestones, including numerous innovations in automotive technology. Their commitment to quality and efficiency has positioned them as a trusted supplier for major automotive manufacturers worldwide. Notably, Mitsuba's advanced engineering capabilities and dedication to sustainability set them apart in a competitive market, ensuring they remain at the forefront of the industry.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Mitsuba's score of 25 is higher than 79% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Mitsuba's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Mitsuba reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,020,183,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 11,704,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 139,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and a significant 1,869,479,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. This indicates a continued reliance on upstream activities, which constitute the majority of their emissions profile. In 2022, Mitsuba's total emissions were about 1,952,686,000 kg CO2e, with similar scope distributions: 11,163,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 136,214,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 1,805,309,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. The data shows a slight increase in total emissions from 2022 to 2023. Mitsuba has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives, such as those aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), nor have they made any formal climate pledges. This lack of defined targets may reflect a broader industry context where many companies are still developing comprehensive climate strategies. Overall, Mitsuba's emissions data highlights the need for enhanced climate commitments and reduction strategies to address their substantial carbon footprint, particularly in Scope 3 emissions, which are critical for achieving long-term sustainability goals.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 12,101,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 137,701,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Mitsuba is not committed to any 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.
