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Roland Corporation

Roland Corporation, a leading name in the musical instrument and audio equipment industry, is headquartered in Japan. Founded in 1972, the company has established itself as a pioneer in electronic musical instruments, synthesizers, and digital audio technology. With a strong presence in major operational regions including North America, Europe, and Asia, Roland is renowned for its innovative products that cater to musicians, producers, and audio professionals. The company’s core offerings include synthesizers, electronic drums, and digital pianos, each distinguished by cutting-edge technology and exceptional sound quality. Roland's commitment to innovation has led to numerous industry accolades, solidifying its market position as a trusted brand among musicians worldwide. With a legacy of excellence and a focus on creativity, Roland Corporation continues to shape the future of music and sound.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Roland Corporation's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

13

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Electricity from Other Sources 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.

22

Industry Benchmark

Roland Corporation's score of 13 is lower than 78% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

22%

Roland Corporation's reported carbon emissions

In 2021, Roland Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 77,424,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions were about 919,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 2,435,000 kg CO2e. The majority of their emissions, approximately 74,240,000 kg CO2e, fell under Scope 3, which includes categories such as purchased goods and services (about 50,054,000 kg CO2e) and use of sold products (approximately 8,394,000 kg CO2e). Despite the significant emissions figures, there are currently no publicly disclosed reduction targets or climate pledges from Roland Corporation. This absence of specific commitments highlights a potential area for improvement in their climate strategy. As a company headquartered in Japan, Roland Corporation operates within an industry increasingly focused on sustainability and carbon footprint reduction, making it essential for them to establish clear climate commitments moving forward.

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2021
Scope 1
919,000
Scope 2
2,435,000
Scope 3
72,424,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Roland Corporation's primary industry is Electricity nec, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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. Roland Corporation 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.

Roland Corporation 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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