Nissin Foods
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 significant greenhouse gas emissions, totalling approximately 3,262,000,000 kg CO2e across all scopes. This includes 381,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 381,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, while Scope 3 emissions accounted for the majority at about 2,602,000,000 kg CO2e. In 2023, the company recorded similar emissions, with Scope 1 and 2 emissions also at 388,000,000 kg CO2e each, and Scope 3 emissions reaching approximately 3,353,000,000 kg CO2e. Nissin Foods has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by 2050, based on a 2020 baseline. Near-term targets include a 42.4% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 and a 25% reduction in Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. Additionally, the company has committed to no deforestation across its primary commodities by December 31, 2025. The company has achieved a 41% reduction in Scope 1 emissions at its Mandaue plant site compared to 2023, primarily through decreased coal usage. Nissin Foods is also focused on improving its GHG intensity, targeting a 50% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 intensity by 2025, relative to 2021 levels. These commitments align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Nissin Foods's dedication to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint in the food and beverage processing sector.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | 000,000,000 | 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 | 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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