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Nichicon Sustainability Profile

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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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36

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Electrical Machinery Manufacturing 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.

32

Industry Benchmark

Nichicon's score of 36 is higher than 56% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Nichicon's reported carbon emissions

In 2021, Nichicon Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 254,452,000 kg CO2e, comprising 27,658,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 226,794,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This marked a decrease from 2020, when total emissions were about 299,679,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 27,585,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 245,937,000 kg CO2e. Nichicon has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute greenhouse gas emissions across all scopes by 46% by FY2030, using FY2021 as the baseline year. This target encompasses Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions, aligning with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) standards to limit global warming to 1.5°C. The company is currently on track to meet its near-term targets, with a commitment to transparency and accountability in its emissions reporting. As of now, there is no reported data on Scope 3 emissions, indicating a potential area for future focus and improvement. Overall, Nichicon's climate strategy reflects a proactive approach to sustainability within the electrical equipment and machinery sector, headquartered in Japan.

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20202021
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27,585,000
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Scope 2
245,937,000
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Scope 3
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How Carbon Intensive is Nichicon's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Nichicon's primary industry is Electrical Machinery Manufacturing, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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

Nichicon'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.

Nichicon 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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