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Sharp Business USA Sustainability Profile

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Sharp Business USA, a subsidiary of Sharp Corporation, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across North America. Founded in 1962, the company has established itself as a leader in the technology and electronics industry, specialising in innovative solutions for businesses. Sharp Business USA is renowned for its cutting-edge multifunction printers, advanced display technologies, and comprehensive document management services. What sets them apart is their commitment to sustainability and energy efficiency, ensuring that their products not only enhance productivity but also minimise environmental impact. With a strong market position, Sharp Business USA has received numerous accolades for its quality and innovation, solidifying its reputation as a trusted partner for businesses seeking reliable and efficient technology solutions.

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59

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Computer 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.

31

Industry Benchmark

Sharp Business USA's score of 59 is higher than 75% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Sharp Business USA's reported carbon emissions

In 2020, Sharp Business USA reported total carbon emissions of approximately 35.0 billion kg CO2e. This figure encompasses emissions across all scopes, with Scope 1 emissions at about 270 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 681 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions constituting the majority at around 34.1 billion kg CO2e. Notably, the Scope 3 emissions include significant contributions from the use of sold products, which alone accounted for about 29.6 billion kg CO2e. Sharp Business USA's emissions data is cascaded from its parent company, Sharp Electronics Corporation, reflecting a corporate family relationship. However, there are currently no specific reduction targets or climate pledges documented for Sharp Business USA. The company is part of broader initiatives led by Sharp Corporation, which may include commitments to sustainability and emissions reduction, but specific targets for Sharp Business USA have not been disclosed.

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20202024
Scope 1
270,000
000,000,000
Scope 2
681,000
000,000,000
Scope 3
34,096,000
00,000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Sharp Business USA's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Sharp Business USA's primary industry is Computer Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Sharp Business USA's Location?

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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 Sharp Business USA is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Sharp Business USA's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Sharp Business USA's Scope 3 emissions, which increased significantly last year and increased significantly since 2020, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 86% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Use of Sold Products
86%
Purchased Goods and Services
8%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
4%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
<1%
Capital Goods
<1%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%
Processing of Sold Products
<1%
Business Travel
<1%
Employee Commuting
<1%

Sharp Business USA's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

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.

Sharp Business USA 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.

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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