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Naniwa Co., Ltd.

Naniwa Co., Ltd., a prominent player in the Japanese manufacturing sector, is headquartered in Japan and operates extensively across Asia. Founded in 1948, the company has established itself as a leader in the production of high-quality sharpening stones and tools, catering to both professional and amateur craftsmen. Naniwa is renowned for its innovative approach to abrasive technology, offering a diverse range of products that include water stones, diamond stones, and honing guides. These products are distinguished by their superior performance and durability, making them a preferred choice among artisans and enthusiasts alike. With a strong market position, Naniwa has garnered a reputation for excellence, consistently achieving milestones that reflect its commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. The company continues to set industry standards, ensuring that its products meet the evolving needs of the sharpening and tool maintenance market.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Naniwa Co., Ltd.'s carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

7

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Clay Construction Products 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.

15

Industry Benchmark

Naniwa Co., Ltd.'s score of 7 is lower than 90% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Naniwa Co., Ltd.'s reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Naniwa Co., Ltd. reported a greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions intensity of approximately 0.87 kg CO2e per million JPY in revenue, reflecting their Scope 1 and 2 emissions. The previous year, 2022, showed a slightly higher intensity of about 1.03 kg CO2e per million JPY. For 2024, the emissions intensity improved further to about 0.89 kg CO2e per million JPY in revenue. Currently, Naniwa Co., Ltd. has not disclosed specific absolute emissions figures or set formal reduction targets, including those aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The company appears to be in the early stages of its climate commitments, focusing on emissions intensity rather than absolute reductions. As Naniwa Co., Ltd. continues to navigate its climate strategy, it remains essential for the company to establish clear reduction targets and enhance transparency regarding its overall carbon footprint.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Naniwa Co., Ltd.'s primary industry is Bricks, tiles and construction products, in baked clay, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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 Naniwa Co., Ltd. is in JP, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Naniwa Co., Ltd. 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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