NEC
NEC Corporation, commonly referred to as NEC, is a leading global technology company headquartered in Japan. Established in 1899, NEC has evolved into a key player in the information technology and telecommunications sectors, with significant operations across Asia, Europe, and North America. The company is renowned for its innovative solutions in areas such as cloud computing, AI, and network infrastructure, which are designed to enhance business efficiency and security. NEC's commitment to research and development has led to numerous milestones, including advancements in biometric authentication and smart city technologies. With a strong market position, NEC has garnered recognition for its contributions to digital transformation, making it a trusted partner for enterprises seeking cutting-edge technology solutions.
DitchCarbon Score
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
NEC's score of 67 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
NEC's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, NEC Corporation reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 7,152,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 21,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 238,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions across its value chain by FY2040. NEC's near-term targets include a 50% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by FY2030 from a FY2020 baseline, alongside a similar 50% reduction in Scope 3 emissions. For the long term, the company aims for a 90% reduction in both Scope 1 and 2 emissions and Scope 3 emissions by FY2040, also based on the FY2020 levels. Historically, NEC's emissions have fluctuated, with total emissions recorded at approximately 8,171,000,000 kg CO2e in 2018 and decreasing to about 6,485,000,000 kg CO2e by 2021. The company is committed to aligning its targets with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), ensuring that its reduction strategies are consistent with the goal of limiting global warming to 1.5°C. Overall, NEC Corporation's proactive approach to reducing carbon emissions reflects its dedication to sustainability and climate responsibility, positioning it as a leader in the technology hardware and equipment sector.
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Add to project| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 54,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 296,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 7,410,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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NEC is committed to some 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.
