Nippon Light Metal Holdings Company, Ltd., commonly referred to as Nippon Light Metal, is a leading player in the aluminium industry, headquartered in Japan. Established in 1939, the company has grown to become a significant force in the production and processing of aluminium products, serving various sectors including automotive, aerospace, and construction. With major operations across Asia and a commitment to innovation, Nippon Light Metal offers a diverse range of core products, including aluminium sheets, extrusions, and die-cast components. Their unique approach to lightweight materials and sustainable practices has positioned them as a market leader, recognised for their high-quality standards and technological advancements. Notable achievements include their contributions to lightweight vehicle manufacturing, which enhance fuel efficiency and reduce emissions.
How does Nippon Light Metal Holdings'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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In 2023, Nippon Light Metal Holdings reported total carbon emissions of approximately 237.6 million kg CO2e. This figure includes about 46.8 million kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 2 emissions combined, while Scope 3 emissions accounted for approximately 190.7 million kg CO2e. The company has shown a reduction in emissions from previous years, with total emissions of about 263.4 million kg CO2e in 2022 and approximately 328 million kg CO2e in 2021. Nippon Light Metal Holdings has not set specific reduction targets through the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other formal climate pledges. The absence of documented reduction initiatives suggests a need for further commitment to climate action. The emissions data is sourced directly from Nippon Light Metal Holdings Company, Ltd., with no cascaded data from a parent or related organization. Overall, while the company has made strides in reducing its emissions, the lack of formal targets indicates potential areas for improvement in its climate strategy.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 768,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - |
| Scope 2 | 127,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - |
| Scope 3 | 1,926,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Nippon Light Metal Holdings's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 10% last year and decreased by approximately 90% since 2015, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 70% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 76% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
Nippon Light Metal Holdings 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.

