Piolax
Piolax, officially known as Piolax Inc., is a leading manufacturer in the automotive and industrial components sector, headquartered in Japan. Established in 1950, the company has built a strong reputation for its innovative fastening solutions, particularly in the production of clips, fasteners, and other precision-engineered components. With major operational regions across Asia, Europe, and North America, Piolax serves a diverse clientele, including prominent automotive manufacturers. Renowned for its commitment to quality and technological advancement, Piolax has achieved significant milestones, including the development of unique products that enhance vehicle safety and performance. The company’s strategic focus on research and development has solidified its market position, making it a trusted partner in the automotive industry. With a legacy of excellence, Piolax continues to drive innovation and meet the evolving needs of its customers.
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Piolax's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Piolax, headquartered in Japan, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 82,350,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 15,000 kg CO2e, primarily from stationary combustion, and Scope 2 emissions of around 34,707,000 kg CO2e from purchased electricity. The company also disclosed significant Scope 3 emissions, totalling approximately 64,628,000 kg CO2e, with major contributions from purchased goods and services (about 62,708,000 kg CO2e) and capital goods (approximately 14,552,000 kg CO2e). Comparatively, in 2021, Piolax's total emissions were about 71,877,000 kg CO2e, indicating an increase in emissions in 2022. The Scope 1 and 2 emissions combined for 2022 were approximately 37,786,000 kg CO2e, reflecting a slight increase from the previous year's total of about 43,684,000 kg CO2e. Despite the lack of specific reduction targets or initiatives reported, Piolax is actively engaged in climate-related disclosures, including participation in the CDP. The company has not set Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) reduction targets or made specific climate pledges, indicating a potential area for future commitment. Overall, Piolax's emissions data highlights the need for enhanced climate strategies to address both direct and indirect emissions, particularly in the context of their substantial Scope 3 emissions.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,730,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 2 | 48,598,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Piolax is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
