Mitsubishi Sustainability Profile
Mitsubishi Corporation, a prominent player in the global market, is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan (JP). Founded in 1954, the company has established itself as a leader in various sectors, including automotive, machinery, and electronics. With a strong presence in Asia, Europe, and the Americas, Mitsubishi is renowned for its innovative products and services, particularly in the fields of elevators, escalators, and industrial machinery. The company’s commitment to quality and technological advancement has led to significant milestones, such as the development of energy-efficient systems that enhance urban infrastructure. Mitsubishi's core offerings, including advanced elevator solutions, are distinguished by their reliability and cutting-edge technology. As a result, Mitsubishi Corporation holds a notable position in the market, recognised for its contributions to sustainable development and urban mobility solutions.
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Mitsubishi's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Mitsubishi Corporation reported total emissions of approximately 20.5 billion kg CO2e, comprising 20.5 billion kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 1.5 billion kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. Notably, the company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. This target encompasses all scopes of emissions, including Scope 1 and Scope 2, with a near-term goal to halve emissions by FY2030, using FY2020 as a baseline. Mitsubishi's reduction initiatives include a commitment to achieve a 50% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by FY2030. The company is also focused on transitioning to a 100% non-fossil power generation portfolio by 2050. These targets are part of their broader Roadmap to a Carbon-Neutral Society, which outlines specific strategies for emissions reduction across their operations. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, and all figures are reported directly from Mitsubishi Corporation. The company is actively working towards these goals, reflecting a strong commitment to sustainability and climate action.
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| 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 3,634,000,000 | 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 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,523,000,000 | 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 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 66,229,000 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000,000 |
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Mitsubishi's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Mitsubishi's Scope 3 emissions, which increased significantly last year and increased significantly since 2014, 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 95% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Mitsubishi'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.
Mitsubishi 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.
