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Olympus Corporation, commonly referred to as Olympus, is a leading global technology company headquartered in Japan. Founded in 1919, Olympus has established itself as a key player in the medical, scientific, and imaging industries, with significant operations across Asia, Europe, and the Americas.
The company is renowned for its innovative medical devices, particularly in endoscopy and surgical solutions, as well as its advanced imaging equipment, including digital cameras and microscopes. Olympus's commitment to quality and precision has positioned it as a trusted name in healthcare and imaging technology.
With a rich history of milestones, including pioneering developments in optical technology, Olympus continues to excel in the market, recognised for its contributions to improving patient outcomes and enhancing visual experiences.
+30 vs industry average
Olympus’s score of 67 is higher than 87% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
In 2025, Olympus Corporation reported approximately 32,174,000 kg CO2e in combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions. This figure reflects a commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions significantly. The company has set ambitious targets, aiming for net-zero emissions across its entire supply chain (Scope 1, 2, and 3) by FY2040, with a near-term goal of reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 70% by FY2031, using FY2020 as the baseline.
In 2024, Olympus's total emissions were approximately 830,202,000 kg CO2e, comprising 27,255,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 55,175,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 787,822,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. The company has also committed that by FY2028, 80% of its suppliers, based on emissions from purchased goods and services, capital goods, and upstream transportation and distribution, will have science-based targets.
Olympus's long-term strategy includes a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by FY2040 from the FY2020 baseline. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect the company's dedication to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint.
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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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