Mitsui & Co., Ltd., commonly referred to as Mitsui, is a leading Japanese general trading company headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. Established in 1876, Mitsui has evolved into a global powerhouse, operating across various regions including Asia, Europe, and the Americas. The company is primarily engaged in sectors such as chemicals, machinery, and food, with a strong emphasis on sustainable development and innovation. Mitsui's diverse portfolio includes core services in logistics, investment, and resource development, setting it apart through its commitment to quality and efficiency. Notable achievements include its strategic partnerships and investments that enhance its market position, making it a key player in the global trading landscape. With a rich history and a forward-thinking approach, Mitsui continues to drive growth and create value across its extensive network.
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Mitsui And Co's score of 70 is higher than 83% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2025, Mitsui & Co. reported significant carbon emissions, with total emissions of approximately 38,620,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3, alongside 29,100,000,000 kg CO2e from combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions by 2050. To achieve this, Mitsui plans to reduce its greenhouse gas (GHG) impact by 50% by 2030 compared to 2020 levels across all scopes. In 2024, Mitsui's emissions included 2,637,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 412,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 200,300,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. The previous year, 2023, saw similar figures with Scope 1 emissions at 3,006,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 400,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 191,500,000,000 kg CO2e. Mitsui's reduction initiatives include specific targets for Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, aiming for a 30% reduction by 2030 from a 2020 baseline. The company is actively promoting measures to transition to a low-carbon society, including improving resource and power generation asset portfolios and fuel conversion to LNG. Overall, Mitsui & Co. is committed to addressing climate change through substantial emissions reductions and a clear pathway towards achieving net-zero emissions by 2050.
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| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,364,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 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 | - |
| Scope 2 | 366,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 |
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Mitsui And Co is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
