Nissin Foods, officially known as Nissin Food Products Co., Ltd., is a pioneering leader in the instant noodle industry, headquartered in Japan. Founded in 1958, the company revolutionised the food sector with the introduction of the first-ever instant ramen, "Chikin Ramen," setting a benchmark for convenience and flavour. With a strong presence in Asia, North America, and Europe, Nissin Foods continues to innovate, offering a diverse range of products, including cup noodles and frozen meals. Their commitment to quality and unique flavours distinguishes them in a competitive market. Notably, Nissin holds a significant market position, recognised for its contributions to food culture and culinary trends worldwide.
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In 2023, Nissin Foods Holdings Co., Ltd. reported global greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 4,014,000,000 kg CO2e, with specific contributions of 287,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 101,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The majority of their emissions, about 3,914,000,000 kg CO2e, were classified under Scope 3, which includes emissions from the entire value chain. Nissin Foods has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2050. The company has established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 42.4% by 2030 from a 2020 baseline. Additionally, they plan to cut Scope 3 emissions by 25% within the same timeframe, with a more specific target of a 30.3% reduction in Scope 3 emissions related to purchased goods and services, transportation, and other categories. The company is also committed to no-deforestation across its primary deforestation-linked commodities by December 31, 2025. Long-term, Nissin Foods aims to achieve a 90% reduction in total Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by 2050, with a 72% reduction in Scope 3 emissions related to FLAG (Forest, Land, Agriculture, and Greenhouse Gas) by the same year. These targets align with industry standards for climate action and demonstrate Nissin Foods's commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility.
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2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | - | 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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