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SANKEN ELECTRIC

Sanken Electric Co., Ltd., commonly known as Sanken Electric, is a leading player in the semiconductor and electronic components industry, headquartered in Japan. Established in 1946, the company has made significant strides in power semiconductor devices, automotive electronics, and energy management solutions, positioning itself as a key innovator in these sectors. With major operational regions across Asia, Europe, and North America, Sanken Electric is renowned for its high-performance products, including power ICs and power modules, which are distinguished by their efficiency and reliability. The company has achieved notable milestones, such as advancements in energy-saving technologies, solidifying its market position as a trusted provider in the global electronics landscape.

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21

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.

25

Industry Benchmark

SANKEN ELECTRIC's score of 21 is lower than 51% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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SANKEN ELECTRIC's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, SANKEN ELECTRIC reported total carbon emissions of approximately 285,935,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions, which accounted for about 285,935,000 kg CO2e. Within this, the largest categories were purchased goods and services at approximately 230,458,000 kg CO2e, followed by capital goods at about 17,259,000 kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were reported at approximately 6,223,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions totalled about 69,458,000 kg CO2e. SANKEN ELECTRIC has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. However, the company is actively monitoring its emissions across all scopes, indicating a commitment to understanding and potentially reducing its carbon footprint in the future. The absence of formal reduction targets suggests that while SANKEN ELECTRIC is aware of its emissions, it may still be in the early stages of developing a comprehensive climate strategy.

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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. SANKEN ELECTRIC'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. This request for SANKEN ELECTRIC is in JP, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

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.

SANKEN ELECTRIC is not participating in any 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.

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

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