Shimizu

Shimizu's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Shimizu Corporation reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 10.0 billion kg CO2e, comprising 325,340,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 9,451,379,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a significant reduction in emissions across all scopes. Shimizu's near-term targets include a 33% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, with a further goal of achieving a 63% reduction by 2050, both from a 2017 baseline. Additionally, the company aims to reduce Scope 3 emissions by 20% by 2030 and 43% by 2050 from the same base year. Long-term, Shimizu is committed to reaching net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2050. This commitment includes a target to reduce absolute Scope 1 emissions by 90% and Scope 2 emissions by 90% by 2050, both from a FY2023 base year. Furthermore, the company plans to cut Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services and the use of sold products by 90% within the same timeframe. Shimizu's climate strategy aligns with Japan's long-term target of an 80% reduction in emissions by 2050 from 1990 levels, demonstrating its commitment to sustainable practices in the construction and engineering sector.