Shimadzu
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.
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Shimadzu's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Shimadzu Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,890,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 6,139,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), resulting in a combined total of about 9,980,000 kg CO2e for both scopes. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint, aiming for an 85% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by FY2030, compared to FY2017 levels. Additionally, Shimadzu is committed to a 30% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from the use of sold products by FY2030, using FY2020 as the baseline. In previous years, Shimadzu's emissions were as follows: in 2023, Scope 1 emissions were about 2,624,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions (market-based) were approximately 7,785,000 kg CO2e, leading to a total of about 10,778,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2 combined. The company has also disclosed significant Scope 3 emissions, which totalled approximately 2,139,000,000 kg CO2e in 2023, highlighting the importance of addressing emissions throughout its value chain. Shimadzu's climate commitments have been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), ensuring that their targets align with the goal of limiting global warming to below 1.5°C, in accordance with the Paris Agreement. The company aims to achieve net-zero emissions by FY2050, further demonstrating its commitment to sustainability and climate action.
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| 2008 | 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000 | - | - | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - |
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