Nichirei Corporation, headquartered in Japan, is a leading player in the food and logistics industry, specialising in frozen foods and processed food products. Founded in 1946, the company has established a strong presence in both domestic and international markets, with significant operations across Asia and North America. Nichirei is renowned for its innovative offerings, including high-quality frozen seafood, ready-to-eat meals, and customised food solutions that cater to diverse consumer needs. The company’s commitment to quality and sustainability sets it apart in a competitive landscape, earning it a reputable market position. With a focus on food safety and advanced logistics, Nichirei has achieved notable milestones, including the expansion of its product lines and the enhancement of its supply chain capabilities. As a trusted name in the industry, Nichirei continues to drive growth and innovation in the food sector.
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In 2023, Nichirei reported total carbon emissions of approximately 3,485,000,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 286,000,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 99,500,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and 3,145,951,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). This indicates a significant reliance on Scope 3 emissions, which encompass indirect emissions from the supply chain and product use. In the previous year, 2022, Nichirei's total emissions were about 3,074,586,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 and 2 emissions totalling 228,000,000 kg CO2e. This reflects a trend of increasing emissions, particularly in Scope 3, which rose from 3,074,586,000 kg CO2e in 2022 to 3,145,951,000 kg CO2e in 2023. Despite the lack of specific reduction targets or initiatives disclosed, Nichirei's emissions data highlights the importance of addressing their substantial Scope 3 emissions. The company has not publicly committed to Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) reduction targets or other formal climate pledges, indicating a potential area for future focus in their sustainability strategy. Overall, Nichirei's emissions profile underscores the need for enhanced climate commitments and strategies to mitigate their carbon footprint, particularly in the context of global climate action.
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2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 229,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 229,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Nichirei is not committed to any reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.