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Nippon Chemi-Con Corporation

Nippon Chemi-Con Corporation, often referred to as Chemi-Con, is a leading manufacturer of capacitors and electronic components, headquartered in Japan. Established in 1950, the company has grown to become a key player in the global electronics industry, with significant operations across Asia, Europe, and North America. Specialising in aluminium electrolytic capacitors, film capacitors, and other passive components, Nippon Chemi-Con is renowned for its commitment to quality and innovation. The company’s products are integral to various applications, including consumer electronics, automotive, and industrial machinery, setting them apart with their reliability and performance. With a strong market position, Nippon Chemi-Con has achieved numerous accolades for its technological advancements and sustainable practices, solidifying its reputation as a trusted partner in the electronics sector.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Nippon Chemi-Con Corporation'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.

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Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Communication Equipment 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.

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Industry Benchmark

Nippon Chemi-Con Corporation's score of 27 is higher than 86% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Nippon Chemi-Con Corporation's reported carbon emissions

In 2021, Nippon Chemi-Con Corporation reported carbon emissions of approximately 1.41 kg CO2e per employee. This figure reflects their commitment to monitoring and managing their carbon footprint, although specific total emissions data for Scope 1, 2, and 3 are not disclosed. The company has shown a gradual increase in emissions per employee over the years, with values of about 1.36 kg CO2e in 2020 and 1.19 kg CO2e in 2019. Despite the lack of specific reduction targets or initiatives documented, Nippon Chemi-Con is actively engaged in sustainability practices, as indicated by their ongoing efforts to track emissions relative to revenue, which was approximately 1.4e-07 kg CO2e per million JPY in 2021. The absence of formal climate pledges or SBTi (Science Based Targets initiative) commitments suggests that while the company is aware of its environmental impact, it may not yet have established concrete reduction goals. Overall, Nippon Chemi-Con's emissions data highlights the importance of continuous improvement in carbon management, aligning with broader industry trends towards sustainability and climate responsibility.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Nippon Chemi-Con Corporation's primary industry is Radio, television and communication equipment and apparatus (32), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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 Nippon Chemi-Con Corporation is in JP, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Nippon Chemi-Con Corporation 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
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