Nomura Research Institute, commonly known as NRI, is a leading provider of consulting services and IT solutions, headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. Established in 1965, NRI has grown to become a prominent player in the financial services and technology sectors, with a strong presence across Asia, Europe, and North America. The firm specialises in a range of services, including strategic consulting, system integration, and IT infrastructure development, catering primarily to the financial, manufacturing, and public sectors. NRI's unique approach combines deep industry knowledge with innovative technology, enabling clients to navigate complex challenges effectively. With a commitment to excellence, NRI has achieved significant milestones, including recognition as a top consulting firm in Japan. Its market position is bolstered by a robust portfolio of proprietary solutions that enhance operational efficiency and drive digital transformation for businesses worldwide.
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In 2024, Nomura Research Institute (NRI) reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 173,000,000 kg CO2e globally, with 1,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 6,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. In Japan, NRI's emissions were about 6,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 1,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 5,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. NRI has set ambitious reduction targets, aiming for a 72% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 from a 2013 baseline. Additionally, the company targets a 25% reduction in Scope 3 emissions related to business travel and employee commuting by the same year. NRI also commits to ensuring that 70% of its suppliers and vendors by emissions will set science-based targets by 2023. Looking towards the long term, NRI has pledged to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by FY2050. This includes maintaining at least a 97% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions from FY2030 through FY2050, and a 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by FY2050, both from a FY2019 base year. These commitments reflect NRI's dedication to addressing climate change and aligning with global sustainability goals.
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| 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | 0,000,000 | - | - | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | 000,000,000 | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 000,000,000 | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Nomura Research Institute's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 23% last year and increased by approximately 21% since 2014, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 55% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
Nomura Research Institute 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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