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Shimadzu

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Shimadzu Corporation, a leading name in analytical and measuring instruments, is headquartered in Kyoto, Japan. Founded in 1875, the company has established a strong presence in various operational regions, including North America, Europe, and Asia. With a focus on the healthcare, environmental, and materials industries, Shimadzu excels in providing innovative solutions such as chromatography systems, mass spectrometers, and medical imaging equipment. Renowned for its commitment to quality and precision, Shimadzu has achieved significant milestones, including the development of the first Japanese-made analytical balance. The company is recognised for its advanced technology and customer-centric approach, solidifying its position as a trusted partner in scientific research and industrial applications. With a legacy of excellence, Shimadzu continues to drive progress in the field of measurement and analysis.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Shimadzu'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.

37

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Machinery and Equipment 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.

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Industry Benchmark

Shimadzu's score of 37 is higher than 97% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Shimadzu's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Shimadzu Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,139,000,000 kg CO2e, with 10,778,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 18,389,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has set ambitious targets to significantly reduce its greenhouse gas emissions. By FY2030, Shimadzu aims to achieve an 85% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions from a FY2017 baseline. Additionally, it plans to reduce Scope 3 emissions, specifically from the use of sold products, by 30% from a FY2020 baseline. Historically, Shimadzu's emissions have fluctuated, with a total of approximately 85,578,000 kg CO2e in 2015, which included 46,453,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 32,325,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. The company has made strides in reducing its emissions over the years, demonstrating a commitment to sustainability and climate action within the healthcare equipment and supplies sector.

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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Shimadzu's primary industry is Machinery and equipment n.e.c. (29), 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. Shimadzu is headquartered in JP, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Shimadzu is committed to some 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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