Nihon Kohden
Nihon Kohden Corporation, a leading name in the medical technology industry, is headquartered in Japan (JP) and operates extensively across Asia, Europe, and the Americas. Founded in 1951, the company has established itself as a pioneer in the development of innovative medical devices and solutions, particularly in the fields of patient monitoring, electrophysiology, and neurodiagnostics. Nihon Kohden's core products include advanced patient monitors, electrocardiographs, and EEG systems, all designed to enhance clinical efficiency and patient care. The company is renowned for its commitment to quality and innovation, which has earned it a strong market position and numerous accolades within the healthcare sector. With a focus on integrating cutting-edge technology and user-friendly design, Nihon Kohden continues to set benchmarks in medical instrumentation, making significant contributions to global healthcare advancements.
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Nihon Kohden's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Nihon Kohden reported total carbon emissions of approximately 7,894,000 kg CO2e, comprising 4,250,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 3,644,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This marks a significant reduction from 2022, when total emissions were about 9,367,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 4,539,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 4,828,000 kg CO2e. The company has shown a downward trend in emissions over the past few years, with total emissions decreasing from approximately 10,171,000 kg CO2e in 2021 and 12,294,000 kg CO2e in 2020. Nihon Kohden has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data, nor have they set specific reduction targets through initiatives such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The company does not currently participate in any formal climate pledges or reduction initiatives. All emissions data is sourced directly from Nihon Kohden Corporation, with no cascaded data from parent or related organizations. Overall, Nihon Kohden's commitment to reducing its carbon footprint is evident through its decreasing emissions figures, although further transparency regarding future reduction targets would enhance its climate commitment profile.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 4,684,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 7,610,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - |
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Nihon Kohden is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
