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Hazardous Waste Incineration
JP
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Nok Sustainability Profile

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Nok Corporation, commonly referred to as Nok, is a leading player in the rubber and sealing technology industry, headquartered in Japan (JP). Established in 1918, Nok has built a strong reputation for its innovative solutions in automotive and industrial applications, particularly in the production of high-quality seals and gaskets. With a significant presence in Asia, Europe, and North America, Nok has achieved notable milestones, including advancements in material technology that enhance product durability and performance. The company’s core offerings, such as O-rings and custom sealing solutions, are distinguished by their precision engineering and reliability, catering to a diverse range of sectors. Recognised for its commitment to quality and sustainability, Nok continues to solidify its market position as a trusted supplier, contributing to the advancement of sealing technologies worldwide.

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30

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Hazardous Waste Incineration industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

9

Industry Benchmark

Nok's score of 30 is higher than 73% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Nok's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, NOK Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2.3 billion kg CO2e, comprising 44 million kg CO2e from Scope 1, 520 million kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and 2.2 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company's emissions data reflects a significant reliance on upstream activities, particularly in purchased goods and services, which accounted for about 1.9 billion kg CO2e. In Japan, NOK's emissions for 2024 included 13 million kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 114 million kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), totalling approximately 127 million kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2 combined. This indicates a focused effort on managing emissions within its operational footprint. NOK has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of SBTi (Science Based Targets initiative) reduction targets or documented climate pledges. The company’s emissions data is not cascaded from a parent organization, ensuring that the reported figures are solely reflective of NOK Corporation's own operations. Overall, NOK Corporation's emissions profile highlights the importance of addressing Scope 3 emissions, which represent the majority of its carbon footprint, while also indicating a need for clearer climate commitments moving forward.

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201920202021202220232024
Scope 1
43,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 2
650,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 3
268,000,000
000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Nok's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Nok's primary industry is Hazardous Waste Incineration, which is very high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Nok's Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Nok is in JP, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Nok's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Nok's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 1% last year and increased by approximately 726% since 2019, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 86% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Purchased Goods and Services
86%
Capital Goods
8%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
4%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%
Business Travel
<1%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
<1%
Upstream Leased Assets
<1%
Processing of Sold Products
<1%

Nok'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.

Nok has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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