Nomura Holdings, Inc., commonly referred to as Nomura, is a leading Japanese financial services company headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. Established in 1925, the firm has grown to become a prominent player in the financial intermediation sector, specialising in securities, investment banking, and asset management services across Asia, North America, and Europe.
Operating within the industry of financial intermediation services, Nomura distinguishes itself through its comprehensive range of products, including equities, fixed income, and advisory services tailored to institutional and retail clients. Its long-standing history and strategic global presence have cemented its position as one of Japan’s most influential financial institutions, recognised for its expertise in capital markets and innovative financial solutions.
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Nomura Holdings, Inc.’s score of 60 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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Industry Intensity
Financial Intermediation is among the least carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Financial Intermediation industry has reduced its overall emissions by 33% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Nomura Holdings, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions
Nomura Holdings, Inc., headquartered in Japan and operating within financial intermediation services, is actively pursuing ambitious climate commitments. For the reporting year 2025, the company reported Scope 1 emissions of approximately 2,513,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 market-based emissions of about 17,488,000 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions, specifically business travel, amounted to approximately 28,805,000 kg CO2e.
The company has set a significant target to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions at its own facilities by fiscal year 2030. This ambitious goal is supported by a roadmap that includes continuous emission reduction initiatives, energy conservation, and a phased increase in the adoption of renewable energy. Nomura aims to source 100% of its electricity from renewable sources by fiscal year 2030, having already achieved over 76% by fiscal year 2024. Any residual emissions at the end of fiscal year 2030 are planned to be offset using carbon credits.
Beyond its operational emissions, Nomura is also committed to achieving net-zero GHG emissions across its investment and lending portfolio by fiscal year 2050. To facilitate the transition to a decarbonised society, the company intends to engage in $125 billion of sustainable finance. Intermediate targets are in place for the electricity, automotive, and commercial real estate sectors by 2030.
Looking at historical data, Nomura's combined Scope 1 and 2 market-based emissions have shown a decreasing trend. In fiscal year 2024, these emissions were approximately 21,927,000 kg CO2e, a reduction from approximately 26,656,000 kg CO2e in fiscal year 2023, and 33,634,000 kg CO2e in fiscal year 2022. The renewable electricity ratio for Nomura's operations has steadily increased, reaching over 76% in fiscal year 2024, up from approximately 67.8% in fiscal year 2023 and 33.6% in fiscal year 2021.
The provided data indicates that Scope 3 emissions related to purchased goods and services are currently missing. Nomura Holdings, Inc. has not indicated that its emissions data is cascaded from a parent organisation.
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Nomura Holdings, Inc.’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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