Nissan
Nissan Motor Co., Ltd., commonly known as Nissan, is a prominent player in the global automotive industry, headquartered in Yokohama, Japan. Founded in 1933, the company has established itself as a leader in innovation and sustainability, with significant operations across North America, Europe, and Asia. Nissan is renowned for its diverse range of vehicles, including electric models like the Nissan Leaf, which exemplify the brand's commitment to eco-friendly technology. The company has achieved notable milestones, such as pioneering advancements in autonomous driving and electric vehicle technology. With a strong market position, Nissan continues to be recognised for its quality and reliability, making it a preferred choice for consumers worldwide. The brand's dedication to innovation and customer satisfaction solidifies its reputation as a key player in the automotive sector.
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Nissan's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Nissan reported total carbon emissions of approximately 116,699,000,000 kg CO2e globally, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 462,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 1,266,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and a significant 116,699,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. The combined emissions for Scope 1 and 2 amounted to about 1,727,000,000 kg CO2e. In Japan, the total emissions for Scope 1 and 2 were reported at approximately 980,000,000 kg CO2e. Nissan has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for carbon neutrality across the vehicle life cycle and all business activities by 2050. In the near term, the company targets a 52% reduction in CO2 emissions from its global production sites by 2030, compared to 2018 levels. This target applies to both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Additionally, Nissan has committed to reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 30% by 2030 from a 2018 baseline. For Scope 3 emissions, specifically from the use of sold products, the company aims for a 32.5% reduction per vehicle kilometre over the same timeframe. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to support the global effort to limit temperature rise to well below 2°C.
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| 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,047,691,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 2,051,965,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 449,110,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 |
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