Nichicon Corporation, a leading manufacturer of capacitors, is headquartered in Japan (JP) and has established a significant presence in various global markets. Founded in 1950, Nichicon has consistently innovated within the electronics industry, specialising in the production of aluminium electrolytic capacitors, tantalum capacitors, and other passive components. With a commitment to quality and sustainability, Nichicon's products are renowned for their reliability and performance, catering to sectors such as automotive, industrial, and consumer electronics. The company has achieved notable milestones, including advancements in energy-efficient technologies and a strong market position as a trusted supplier. Nichicon continues to drive progress in the capacitor industry, focusing on cutting-edge solutions that meet the evolving needs of its diverse clientele.
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In 2022, Nichicon Corporation reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 30,264,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed equally across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3, each contributing about 30,264,000 kg CO2e. This marked a significant reduction from previous years, where total emissions were approximately 254,452,000 kg CO2e in 2021 and peaked at about 387,193,000 kg CO2e in 2017. Nichicon has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute greenhouse gas emissions by 46% across all scopes (Scope 1, 2, and 3) by FY2030, using FY2021 as the baseline year. This target aligns with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and is designed to support global efforts to limit temperature rise to 1.5°C. The company has not yet committed to a net-zero target but is actively working towards substantial emissions reductions in the near term.
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Add to project2013 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
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Scope 1 | 17,864,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 17,864,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 11,721,000 | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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