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Morinaga Milk Sustainability Profile

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Morinaga Milk Industry Co., Ltd., commonly known as Morinaga Milk, is a leading player in the dairy industry, headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. Founded in 1917, the company has established itself as a pioneer in milk production and dairy products, with a strong presence across Asia and beyond. Morinaga Milk is renowned for its diverse range of offerings, including milk, yogurt, cheese, and infant formula, distinguished by their commitment to quality and innovation. The company has achieved significant milestones, such as the introduction of advanced processing techniques that enhance product safety and nutritional value. With a robust market position, Morinaga Milk continues to be recognised for its contributions to health and wellness, making it a trusted name among consumers seeking high-quality dairy products.

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37

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Beverage 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.

22

Industry Benchmark

Morinaga Milk's score of 37 is higher than 62% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

62%

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Morinaga Milk's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Morinaga Milk reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,209,400,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 188,000,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 89,000,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and 2,091,000,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). The combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions totalled about 277,000,000 kg CO2e. Comparatively, in 2022, the company recorded total emissions of about 2,088,100,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 205,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 89,000,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a slight increase in total emissions year-on-year. Morinaga Milk has set ambitious reduction targets, aiming to decrease CO2 emissions intensity by 20% from fiscal 2013 levels by 2030 for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Furthermore, the company has long-term goals to achieve an 80% reduction in emissions intensity by 2050, again compared to fiscal 2013 levels. The emissions data is sourced directly from Morinaga Milk Industry Co., Ltd., with no cascading from a parent or related organization. The company is committed to transparency in its sustainability efforts, as evidenced by its detailed emissions reporting and reduction initiatives.

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Scope 1
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000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 2
-
000,000,000
00,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 3
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-
-
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

How Carbon Intensive is Morinaga Milk's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Morinaga Milk's primary industry is Beverages, which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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

Morinaga Milk's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Morinaga Milk's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 0% last year and decreased by approximately 10% since 2017, 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 "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 50% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2023
Purchased Goods and Services
50%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
39%
Capital Goods
6%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
3%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
2%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
<1%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Use of Sold Products
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%
Business Travel
<1%

Morinaga Milk'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.

Morinaga Milk 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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