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Nichias Sustainability Profile

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Nichias Corporation, headquartered in Japan, is a leading player in the advanced materials industry, specialising in insulation and sealing solutions. Founded in 1896, Nichias has established a strong presence in various operational regions, including Asia, Europe, and North America. The company is renowned for its innovative products, such as high-performance thermal insulation materials and advanced sealing technologies, which are designed to meet the evolving needs of industries like construction, automotive, and electronics. With a commitment to quality and sustainability, Nichias has achieved significant milestones, including numerous patents and industry awards. Its market position is bolstered by a reputation for reliability and cutting-edge technology, making Nichias a trusted partner for businesses seeking superior material solutions.

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34

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Construction Work 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.

24

Industry Benchmark

Nichias's score of 34 is higher than 61% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Nichias's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Nichias Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 146.3 million kg CO2e, comprising 10.8 million kg CO2e from Scope 1, 11.6 million kg CO2e from Scope 2, and about 123.9 million kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions include significant contributions from categories such as purchased goods and services (37.1 million kg CO2e) and processing of sold products (47.9 million kg CO2e). Nichias has set ambitious near-term targets to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions. The company commits to a 42% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by FY2030, using FY2021 as the baseline. Additionally, it aims for a 25% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services, fuel and energy-related activities, and the use of sold products within the same timeframe. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to contribute to limiting global warming to 1.5°C. Overall, Nichias is actively working towards significant emissions reductions while maintaining transparency in its reporting and commitments.

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How Carbon Intensive is Nichias's Industry?

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

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

Nichias's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

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 "Processing of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 39% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Processing of Sold Products
39%
Purchased Goods and Services
30%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
15%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
7%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
3%
Capital Goods
2%
Upstream Leased Assets
2%
Use of Sold Products
1%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%

Nichias'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.

Nichias has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. 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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