Nippon Ham
Nippon Ham, officially known as Nippon Ham Foods Group Co., Ltd., is a leading player in the food industry, headquartered in Japan (JP). Established in 1949, the company has grown to become a prominent manufacturer of processed meats, including ham, sausages, and other delicacies, with a strong presence in both domestic and international markets. With major operational regions across Asia and beyond, Nippon Ham is renowned for its commitment to quality and innovation. The company’s core products, characterised by their unique flavours and high standards, cater to a diverse consumer base. Notable achievements include its position as one of Japan's largest meat producers, reflecting its significant market share and influence in the food sector. Nippon Ham continues to set benchmarks in food safety and sustainability, solidifying its reputation as a trusted brand in the industry.
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Nippon Ham's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Nippon Ham reported total carbon emissions of approximately 10,475,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 203,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 243,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 10,029,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This marks a notable increase in emissions compared to previous years, reflecting the complexities of managing emissions across their extensive supply chain. In 2022, the company recorded total emissions of about 10,258,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 213,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 751,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 10,258,000,000 kg CO2e. The 2021 figures were similar, with total emissions of approximately 10,503,000,000 kg CO2e, including 222,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 833,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. Despite the lack of specific reduction targets or initiatives disclosed, Nippon Ham is actively engaged in addressing its carbon footprint. The company has not publicly committed to Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) reduction targets or specific climate pledges, indicating a potential area for future development in their sustainability strategy. Overall, Nippon Ham's emissions data highlights the challenges faced by the food industry in managing carbon emissions, particularly in Scope 3, which often represents the largest share of total emissions.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 215,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 86,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 11,134,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Nippon Ham 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.
