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NEC Corporation of America, Inc. Sustainability Profile

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NEC Corporation of America, Inc., a subsidiary of the global technology leader NEC Corporation, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across North America. Founded in 1899, NEC has established itself as a key player in the information technology and communications industry, focusing on areas such as cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and network solutions. The company is renowned for its innovative products and services, including advanced biometric solutions and cutting-edge telecommunications systems, which are designed to enhance security and operational efficiency. NEC's commitment to delivering unique, customer-centric solutions has solidified its position in the market, earning recognition for excellence in technology and service delivery. With a rich history of milestones, NEC Corporation of America continues to drive digital transformation across various sectors, making it a trusted partner for businesses seeking to leverage technology for growth.

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How does NEC Corporation of America, Inc.'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.

100

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Computer Services 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.

29

Industry Benchmark

NEC Corporation of America, Inc.'s score of 100 is higher than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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NEC Corporation of America, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

Inherited from NEC Corporation

NEC Corporation of America, Inc., headquartered in the US, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year. The company is a current subsidiary of NEC Corporation, which cascades its climate commitments and emissions data down to its subsidiaries. NEC Corporation has established various climate initiatives, including targets set through the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), and the RE100 initiative, all of which are cascaded to NEC Corporation of America, Inc. These initiatives reflect a commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and transitioning to renewable energy sources. While specific reduction targets or achievements for NEC Corporation of America, Inc. are not detailed, the overarching goals from NEC Corporation indicate a proactive approach to addressing climate change. The company is engaged in efforts to align with global climate standards and contribute to sustainability within the technology sector.

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201620172018201920202021202220232024
Scope 1
59,000,000
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00,000,000
00,000,000
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Scope 2
299,000,000
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000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 3
9,286,000,000
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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 NEC Corporation of America, Inc.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. NEC Corporation of America, Inc.'s primary industry is Computer and related services (72), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is NEC Corporation of America, Inc.'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 NEC Corporation of America, Inc. is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

NEC Corporation of America, Inc.'s Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

NEC Corporation of America, Inc.'s Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 17% last year and decreased by approximately 38% since 2016, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 66% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Purchased Goods and Services
66%
Use of Sold Products
27%
Capital Goods
4%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
1%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
<1%
Business Travel
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Upstream Leased Assets
<1%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
<1%

NEC Corporation of America, Inc.'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.

NEC Corporation of America, Inc. 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
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