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updated 9 days ago

Nihon Kohden Sustainability Profile

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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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How does Nihon Kohden's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

38

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Medical Device 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.

27

Industry Benchmark

Nihon Kohden's score of 38 is higher than 61% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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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, a decrease from about 9,367,000 kg CO2e in 2022. The emissions breakdown for 2023 includes about 4,250,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and approximately 3,644,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. This trend indicates a commitment to reducing their carbon footprint, although no specific reduction targets or initiatives have been documented. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data, which typically encompasses indirect emissions from the supply chain and product use. Nihon Kohden's emissions data is sourced directly from the organisation itself, with no cascading from a parent company. Overall, while Nihon Kohden has made strides in reducing its emissions, further transparency regarding future climate commitments and specific reduction targets would enhance its sustainability profile.

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2020202120222023
Scope 1
4,684,000
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Scope 2
7,610,000
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Scope 3
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How Carbon Intensive is Nihon Kohden's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Nihon Kohden's primary industry is Medical, precision and optical instruments, watches and clocks (33), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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

Nihon Kohden'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.

Nihon Kohden 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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Compare Nihon Kohden's Emissions with Industry Peers

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Nellcor Puritan Bennett LLC

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Natus Medical Incorporated

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Medical, precision and optical instruments, watches and clocks (33)
Updated 4 days ago

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