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Rigaku

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Rigaku Corporation, headquartered in Japan, is a leading player in the analytical and industrial instrumentation industry. Founded in 1951, the company has established a strong presence in regions such as North America, Europe, and Asia, providing innovative solutions across various sectors, including materials science, pharmaceuticals, and semiconductors. Rigaku is renowned for its advanced X-ray diffraction, X-ray fluorescence, and Raman spectroscopy technologies, which are pivotal in research and quality control applications. The company’s commitment to precision and reliability has positioned it as a trusted partner in scientific and industrial communities worldwide. With a rich history of innovation and a portfolio of unique products, Rigaku continues to set benchmarks in analytical instrumentation, solidifying its reputation as a market leader.

DitchCarbon Score

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Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Education Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

23

Industry Benchmark

Rigaku's score of 24 is higher than 82% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Rigaku's reported carbon emissions

Rigaku, headquartered in Japan, currently does not have publicly available carbon emissions data or specific reduction targets. Without concrete figures or commitments, it is challenging to assess their climate impact or initiatives. However, the company is likely aware of the growing importance of sustainability in the industry and may be exploring strategies to address carbon emissions in line with global climate goals. As the landscape of corporate climate commitments evolves, Rigaku's future actions will be crucial in determining its role in reducing carbon footprints within the sector.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Rigaku's primary industry is Education services (80), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Rigaku is headquartered in JP, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Rigaku is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero

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