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 2024, Nichirei Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 3,696,000,000 kg CO2e globally, with specific emissions breakdowns of 84,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 248,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and a significant 3,364,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. In Japan, the company disclosed Scope 1 emissions of 43,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of 157,000,000 kg CO2e, totalling 200,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2 combined. Nichirei has set ambitious reduction targets, aiming for a 50% reduction in CO2 emissions for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 by 2030, compared to fiscal 2016 levels. Additionally, the company has revised its target for FY2025, increasing its goal from a 30% to a 33% reduction compared to FY2016 levels for Scope 1 emissions. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that these figures are independently reported by Nichirei Corporation. The company is actively working towards its climate commitments, focusing on significant reductions in its operational carbon footprint.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 41,332,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 
| Scope 2 | 248,880,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 
| Scope 3 | 23,163,000 | - | 00,000,000 | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 
Nichirei's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 12% last year and increased significantly since 2015, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. 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 "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 83% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
Nichirei has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
