Sanden Corporation, commonly referred to as Sanden, is a leading global provider of automotive air conditioning systems and commercial refrigeration solutions. Headquartered in Japan, the company has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including North America, Europe, and Asia. Founded in 1943, Sanden has achieved significant milestones, including innovations in eco-friendly refrigerants and energy-efficient technologies. The company’s core offerings encompass a range of products, such as automotive compressors and vending machines, distinguished by their reliability and advanced engineering. Sanden's commitment to sustainability and quality has solidified its position as a trusted partner in the automotive and refrigeration industries. With a focus on innovation, Sanden continues to drive advancements that meet the evolving needs of its global clientele.
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In 2024, Sanden Corporation reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 103.1 million kg CO2e, comprising about 85.4 million kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 2 emissions combined, and approximately 17.7 million kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a slight decrease from 2023, where total emissions were about 104.7 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 and 2 emissions at approximately 86.4 million kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions at about 18.3 million kg CO2e. Sanden Corporation has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 80.04% by 2030 from a 2019 baseline. Additionally, the company plans to increase its annual sourcing of renewable electricity from 0.2% in 2019 to 100% by 2030. For Scope 3 emissions, Sanden aims for a reduction of 27.5% by 2030, also from a 2019 base year. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to support global efforts to limit temperature rise to 1.5°C. The emissions data for Sanden Corporation is cascaded from its parent company, reflecting its commitment to sustainability within the automotive and components sector.
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| 2019 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | - |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - |
| Scope 3 | 21,152,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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.
Sanden 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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