Ricoh
Ricoh Company, Ltd., commonly known as Ricoh, is a global leader in imaging and electronics, headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. Founded in 1936, Ricoh has evolved significantly, establishing a strong presence in major operational regions including North America, Europe, and Asia. The company is renowned for its innovative solutions in document management, printing technology, and IT services. Ricoh's core offerings include multifunction printers, production printing systems, and advanced document solutions, all designed to enhance productivity and streamline workflows. With a commitment to sustainability and digital transformation, Ricoh stands out in the competitive landscape, consistently recognised for its contributions to the industry. The company’s dedication to quality and innovation has solidified its position as a trusted partner for businesses seeking efficient and eco-friendly solutions.
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Ricoh's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Ricoh's carbon emissions in Japan totalled approximately 140,940,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 6,854,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and a significant 242,233,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. The total emissions from all scopes amounted to about 209,480,000 kg CO2e. Notably, Ricoh has set ambitious targets to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions by 63% for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 by 2030, using 2015 levels as a baseline. Additionally, the company aims for a 40% reduction in Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. Ricoh is committed to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2050. This long-term goal includes interim targets of a 90% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2040, alongside a 65% reduction in Scope 3 emissions. The company has also pledged to source 100% of its electricity from renewable sources by 2050, with a target of 50% by 2030. These commitments align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which has validated Ricoh's targets as consistent with limiting global warming to 1.5°C. Through these initiatives, Ricoh demonstrates its dedication to sustainability and reducing its environmental impact.
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| 2015 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 458,000,000 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 574,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 2,333,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Ricoh is participating in some 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.
