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Shimizu

Shimizu Corporation, often referred to simply as Shimizu, is a prominent player in the construction and engineering industry, headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. Founded in 1804, the company has established a strong presence across Asia, with significant operations in regions such as Southeast Asia and the Middle East. Specialising in civil engineering, architecture, and construction management, Shimizu is renowned for its innovative approach and commitment to sustainability. The company offers a diverse range of services, including infrastructure development and urban planning, distinguished by its cutting-edge technology and eco-friendly practices. With a legacy spanning over two centuries, Shimizu has achieved numerous accolades, solidifying its position as a leader in the global construction market. Its dedication to quality and excellence continues to drive its success and reputation worldwide.

DitchCarbon Score

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37

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Construction Work 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.

8

Industry Benchmark

Shimizu'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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Shimizu's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, Shimizu Corporation, headquartered in Japan, reported significant carbon emissions across various scopes. Their emissions included approximately 184,378,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 33,276,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 in Japan. Globally, their total emissions for the same year were approximately 197,887,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 35,725,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 5,407,779,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. Shimizu has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 33% by 2030 and 63% by 2050, using 2017 as the base year. Additionally, they plan to cut Scope 3 emissions by 20% by 2030 and 43% by 2050. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to contribute to global efforts to limit temperature rise to well below 2°C. Shimizu's commitment to sustainability reflects their proactive approach in the construction and engineering sector, addressing both operational and supply chain emissions.

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Scope 1
2,090,000,000
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Scope 2
5,900,000
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Scope 3
185,400,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Shimizu's primary industry is Construction work (45), which is 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. Shimizu is headquartered in JP, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Shimizu 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
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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