Nissin Foods Sustainability Profile
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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Nissin Foods's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Nissin Foods reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 3,810,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2, and about 3,262,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. In 2023, the figures were approximately 3,880,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2, and around 3,353,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its emissions, committing to a 42.4% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 from a 2020 baseline, and a 25% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. Nissin Foods aims for a long-term goal of achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2050. This includes a significant target of reducing absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by 90% by 2050, with a specific focus on reducing Scope 3 emissions related to purchased goods and services, transportation, and end-of-life treatment of sold products by 72% by the same year. The company has also reported a 41% reduction in Scope 1 emissions at its Mandaue plant site for 2024, primarily due to decreased coal usage. Nissin Foods is committed to no deforestation across its primary deforestation-linked commodities by December 31, 2025, further demonstrating its dedication to sustainable practices. All emissions data is sourced directly from Nissin Foods Holdings Co., Ltd., with no cascaded data from parent organizations.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - |
| Scope 2 | - | 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 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Nissin Foods's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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.
Nissin Foods has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
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