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Shimano

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Shimano Inc., a leading name in the cycling and fishing industries, is headquartered in Sakai, Japan. Founded in 1921, Shimano has established itself as a pioneer in the design and manufacturing of high-quality bicycle components, fishing tackle, and rowing equipment. With a strong presence in major operational regions including North America, Europe, and Asia, the company has consistently pushed the boundaries of innovation. Shimano's core products, such as its renowned gear systems and fishing reels, are distinguished by their precision engineering and durability. The brand is synonymous with performance, making it a preferred choice among professional athletes and enthusiasts alike. Over the decades, Shimano has achieved numerous milestones, solidifying its market position as a trusted leader in the cycling and fishing sectors.

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Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Electrical Machinery Manufacturing 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.

27

Industry Benchmark

Shimano's score of 25 is lower than 53% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Shimano's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Shimano reported total emissions of approximately 63,239,000 kg CO2e globally, which includes both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. In Japan, the company recorded emissions of about 4,727,000 kg CO2e for the same year. This reflects a commitment to transparency in their environmental impact, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed. Shimano's emissions data shows a trend of increasing emissions over the years, with 2022 global emissions at approximately 112,345,000 kg CO2e and Japan's at about 5,676,000 kg CO2e. The company has not set specific Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) reduction targets, nor have they outlined any formal climate pledges. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that Shimano Inc. independently reports its emissions. The company continues to engage with industry standards and frameworks, such as the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), to enhance its climate strategy.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Shimano's primary industry is Electrical machinery and apparatus n.e.c. (31), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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 Shimano is in JP, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Shimano 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
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The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
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