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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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.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Nihon Kohden's score of 21 is higher than 88% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Nihon Kohden's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Nihon Kohden reported total carbon emissions of approximately 7,894,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 4,250,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at around 3,644,000 kg CO2e. This marks a significant reduction from previous years, with total emissions decreasing from approximately 9,367,000 kg CO2e in 2022, 10,171,000 kg CO2e in 2021, and 12,294,000 kg CO2e in 2020. The company has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed. The absence of documented reduction targets suggests that while Nihon Kohden is actively working to lower emissions, it may not yet have formalised its climate commitments in line with industry standards. Overall, Nihon Kohden's emissions data reflects a positive trend towards sustainability, with a clear focus on reducing both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions over the past few years.
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Add to project| 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 | 12,294,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - |
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Nihon Kohden 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.
