Obayashi
Obayashi Corporation, a leading name in the construction and engineering industry, is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. Founded in 1892, the company has established a strong presence in various operational regions, including Asia, North America, and Europe. Specialising in civil engineering, building construction, and environmental projects, Obayashi is renowned for its innovative approach and commitment to sustainability. The company offers a diverse range of services, including infrastructure development, urban planning, and advanced construction technologies. Notable achievements include pioneering techniques in earthquake-resistant structures and significant contributions to major urban projects. With a solid market position, Obayashi continues to set benchmarks in quality and safety, making it a trusted partner in the global construction landscape.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Obayashi's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Obayashi's score of 21 is higher than 77% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Obayashi's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Obayashi Corporation reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 4,143,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes emissions from Scope 1, which totalled about 3,784,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 140,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has also disclosed significant Scope 3 emissions, which were not fully reported for 2022 but included various categories such as purchased goods and services. Obayashi has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 46.2% by FY2030, using FY2019 as the base year. Additionally, the company targets a 27.5% reduction in Scope 3 emissions related to purchased goods and services and the use of sold products within the same timeframe. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to contribute to global efforts to limit temperature rise to 1.5°C. The company is actively working towards these goals, demonstrating a commitment to sustainability within the construction and engineering sector.
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Add to project| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 3,784,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - |
| Scope 2 | 284,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - |
| Scope 3 | 5,288,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Obayashi is committed to some 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.
