Nippon Sheet Glass Co., Ltd. (NSG Group) is a leading global manufacturer of glass and glazing products, headquartered in Japan. Established in 1918, the company has evolved into a key player in the glass industry, with significant operations across Europe, North America, and Asia. NSG Group specialises in a diverse range of products, including architectural glass, automotive glass, and technical glass, known for their innovative designs and superior quality. The company’s commitment to sustainability and advanced technology sets it apart in a competitive market. With a strong market position, NSG Group has achieved notable milestones, including strategic acquisitions and a robust portfolio of patents, reinforcing its reputation as a pioneer in glass solutions.
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In 2023, Nippon Sheet Glass Co., Ltd. (NSG Group) reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 2,922,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 501,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 3,235,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. This data reflects a comprehensive approach to emissions reporting, covering all three scopes. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 30% reduction in absolute greenhouse gas emissions across all scopes by 2030, using 2018 as the baseline year. This target aligns with the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) and is designed to support the global effort to limit temperature rise to well below 2°C. Additionally, NSG Group has a near-term target to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions to near zero by 2025. Nippon Sheet Glass is also engaged in Project Carbon 2050, initiated in 2018, which focuses on developing a decarbonisation roadmap for significant emission reductions in float glass manufacturing by 2050. This long-term strategy underscores the company's commitment to sustainability and carbon neutrality. Overall, NSG Group's emissions data and reduction targets reflect a proactive stance in addressing climate change, with a clear focus on achieving substantial reductions in greenhouse gas emissions in the coming years.
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2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 2,855,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 896,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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