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.
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.
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Roland Corporation's score of 18 is lower than 69% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2021, Roland Corporation reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 77,240,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 919,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 2,435,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 72,424,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. The Scope 3 emissions included major contributions from purchased goods and services (50,054,000 kg CO2e) and use of sold products (8,394,000 kg CO2e). Roland Corporation has set ambitious near-term reduction targets through the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The company aims to achieve a 42% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by FY2030, using FY2022 as the baseline. Additionally, it targets a 25% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions, focusing on categories such as purchased goods and services, upstream transportation and distribution, and end-of-life treatment of sold products, also by FY2030. These commitments align with the global goal of limiting temperature rise to 1.5°C, demonstrating Roland Corporation's proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint.
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| 2021 | |
|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 919,000 |
| Scope 2 | 2,435,000 |
| Scope 3 | 72,424,000 |
Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 69% of Scope 3 emissions.
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Roland Corporation has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.


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