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Nsk

Nsk, officially known as NSK Ltd., is a leading global manufacturer of bearings and precision machinery, headquartered in the United States. Established in 1916, the company has grown to become a key player in the automotive and industrial sectors, with significant operations across North America, Europe, and Asia. Nsk is renowned for its innovative products, including high-performance bearings, linear motion systems, and automotive components, which are designed to enhance efficiency and reliability. The company’s commitment to quality and technological advancement has positioned it as a trusted partner for various industries. With a strong market presence and a reputation for excellence, Nsk continues to achieve notable milestones, including advancements in sustainable manufacturing practices and a focus on smart technology integration.

DitchCarbon Score

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31

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Machinery and Equipment 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.

14

Industry Benchmark

Nsk's score of 31 is higher than 97% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

97%

Nsk's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, NSK reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,232,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 102,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 346,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 2,223,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a continued commitment to transparency in their emissions reporting, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed. Over the years, NSK has shown fluctuations in emissions, with notable figures from previous years including 2,192,000,000 kg CO2e in 2022, 2,199,000,000 kg CO2e in 2021, and 2,800,000,000 kg CO2e in 2014. The company has not established specific science-based targets or documented reduction initiatives, indicating a potential area for improvement in their climate commitments. NSK's emissions data highlights the importance of addressing Scope 3 emissions, which represent the majority of their carbon footprint. As a global leader headquartered in the US, NSK's ongoing efforts in sustainability will be crucial in aligning with industry standards and expectations for climate action.

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2014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Scope 1
912,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 2
969,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 3
2,007,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Nsk's primary industry is Machinery and equipment n.e.c. (29), which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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. Nsk is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Nsk is not committed to any reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.

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