Nichias Corporation, headquartered in Japan, is a prominent player in the construction work industry, specifically focusing on building materials and insulation solutions. Established in 1896, Nichias has evolved significantly, marking key milestones in innovation and sustainability throughout its history.
The company operates primarily in Japan and has expanded its reach to various international markets, providing high-quality products such as asbestos-free insulation materials and advanced building solutions. Nichias is renowned for its commitment to safety and environmental responsibility, setting it apart from competitors.
With a strong market position, Nichias has achieved notable recognition for its pioneering technologies and contributions to the construction sector, making it a trusted name in construction work and building materials.
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Nichias’s score of 28 is higher than 50% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Construction Work has typical carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Construction Work industry has reduced its overall emissions by 33% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
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Nichias's reported carbon emissions
Nichias Corporation, a construction work company based in JP, has reported its carbon emissions and set climate commitments. For the year 2024, Nichias reported total emissions of approximately 634 million kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 31 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions were approximately 11.6 million kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions totalled approximately 591.4 million kg CO2e. Key contributors to Nichias's Scope 3 emissions in 2024 included the use of sold products (approximately 496 million kg CO2e), capital goods (approximately 322 million kg CO2e), and fuel and energy-related activities (approximately 92 million kg CO2e). Nichias is committed to reducing its greenhouse gas emissions and has set near-term targets in line with keeping global warming to 1.5°C. These Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) approved commitments include a target to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 42% by FY2030 from a FY2021 base year. Additionally, the company aims to reduce absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions from purchased goods and services, fuel and energy-related activities, and use of sold products by 25% within the same timeframe. These targets were set in March 2025, with the base year being FY2021.
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Nichias’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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