Olympus Sustainability Profile
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.
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Olympus's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, Olympus Corporation reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 32,174,000 kg CO2e, encompassing Scope 1 and 2 emissions. For the previous year, 2024, the company disclosed total emissions of about 830,202,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 27,255,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at about 55,175,000 kg CO2e (location-based), and significant Scope 3 emissions reaching approximately 787,822,000 kg CO2e. In 2023, total emissions were reported at around 827,649,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 28,835,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at approximately 54,339,000 kg CO2e. Olympus has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by FY2040, using FY2020 as the baseline. The company has established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 70% by FY2031. Additionally, Olympus aims for 80% of its suppliers, covering emissions from purchased goods and services, capital goods, and upstream transportation and distribution, to have science-based targets by FY2028. Long-term, the company targets a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by FY2040. These commitments align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Olympus's dedication to addressing climate change within the healthcare equipment and supplies sector.
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| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 115,289,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - |
| Scope 2 | 24,310,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | - |
| Scope 3 | 51,404,000 | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - |
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Olympus's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Olympus's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 1% last year and increased significantly since 2012, 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 67% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Olympus's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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.
Olympus 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.
