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Nikon

Nikon Corporation, commonly referred to as Nikon, is a leading multinational company headquartered in Japan (JP). Established in 1917, Nikon has evolved into a prominent player in the imaging and optical equipment industry, with significant operations across Asia, Europe, and the Americas. The company is renowned for its innovative cameras, precision optics, and imaging solutions, including digital single-lens reflex (DSLR) cameras, mirrorless systems, and high-performance lenses. Nikon's commitment to quality and technological advancement has solidified its position as a trusted brand among professional photographers and enthusiasts alike. With a rich history marked by key milestones, such as the introduction of the first Nikon camera in 1948, the company continues to push the boundaries of imaging technology, making it a formidable competitor in the global market.

DitchCarbon Score

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70

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Electrical Machinery 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.

24

Industry Benchmark

Nikon's score of 70 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Nikon's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Nikon Corporation reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 1,024,673,000 kg CO2e. This includes 87,352,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 87,352,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions (with a market-based total of 57,395,000 kg CO2e), and a significant 857,153,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions breakdown reveals major contributions from purchased goods and services (856,454,000 kg CO2e) and use of sold products (117,753,000 kg CO2e). Nikon has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for carbon neutrality by the fiscal year ending March 2051. The company has established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 57% by FY 2030, using FY 2022 as the baseline. Additionally, Nikon is committed to reducing absolute Scope 3 emissions by 25% within the same timeframe. Long-term goals include a 90% reduction in Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by FY 2050, also based on FY 2022 levels. These initiatives align with industry standards for climate action, demonstrating Nikon's commitment to sustainability and its role in mitigating climate change.

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28,446,000
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192,078,000
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1,546,014,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Nikon's primary industry is Electrical machinery and apparatus n.e.c. (31), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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 Nikon is in JP, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Nikon is participating in some 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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