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Omron Corporation, a leading name in the electrical machinery and apparatus sector, is headquartered in Japan (JP) and operates extensively across Asia, Europe, and the Americas. Founded in 1933, Omron has established itself as a pioneer in automation and control technology, with significant milestones that include the development of the first programmable logic controller (PLC) in 1974.
The company’s core offerings encompass a wide range of products, including industrial automation solutions, healthcare devices, and electronic components. Omron is renowned for its innovative approach, particularly in the fields of robotics and sensing technology, which enhance efficiency and safety in various applications. With a strong market position, Omron continues to achieve notable recognition for its commitment to quality and sustainability, making it a trusted partner in the global electrical machinery industry.
+4 vs industry average
Omron’s score of 34 is higher than 51% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Electrical Machinery Manufacturing is among the most carbon-intensive industries
The Electrical Machinery Manufacturing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 42% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Omron, a Japanese electrical machinery and apparatus manufacturer, reported total global emissions of approximately 8.8 billion kg CO2e in 2024. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of 4.17 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of 59.46 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of about 8.73 billion kg CO2e. Key contributors to their Scope 3 emissions in 2024 were the use of sold products (about 6.67 billion kg CO2e) and purchased goods and services (about 1.52 billion kg CO2e).
Looking back, in 2016, Omron's total emissions were approximately 11.06 billion kg CO2e, comprising Scope 1 emissions of 50.87 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of 199.51 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of about 10.81 billion kg CO2e.
Omron is committed to ambitious climate targets. The company has set an "OMRON Carbon Zero" target to achieve zero Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. In the near term, Omron aims to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 65% by fiscal year 2030 from a fiscal year 2016 base year. They also commit to reducing absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions from the use of sold products by 18% within the same timeframe, which is aligned with a 1.5°C classification by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Additionally, Omron has a near-term target to reduce Scope 2 GHG emissions by 53% by fiscal year 2024, compared to fiscal year 2016.
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65% reduction in Scope 1
OMRON Corporation commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 65% by FY2030 from a FY2016 base year.
2030
65% reduction in Scope 2
OMRON Corporation commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 65% by FY2030 from a FY2016 base year.
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18% reduction in scope 3 total
OMRON Corporation also commits to reduce absolute scope 3 GHG emissions from use of sold products 18% within the same timeframe.
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