Shiseido Company, Limited, commonly known as Shiseido, is a prestigious Japanese multinational corporation headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. Founded in 1872, Shiseido has established itself as a leader in the beauty and cosmetics industry, with a strong presence in Asia, Europe, and the Americas. The company is renowned for its innovative skincare, makeup, and fragrance products, which blend traditional Japanese aesthetics with cutting-edge technology. Shiseido's commitment to quality and research has led to numerous milestones, including the introduction of its iconic skincare lines and the development of advanced formulations. With a diverse portfolio that includes brands like NARS and bareMinerals, Shiseido continues to excel in the global market, recognised for its dedication to sustainability and inclusivity. As a pioneer in beauty, Shiseido remains at the forefront of the industry, consistently delivering unique products that cater to a wide range of consumer needs.
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In 2024, Shiseido Company Limited reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 925,000,000 kg CO2e across all scopes. This includes 17,825,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 10,212,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 925,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The previous year, 2023, saw total emissions of about 973,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions at 28,744,000 kg CO2e and 22,527,000 kg CO2e, respectively. Shiseido has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for carbon neutrality in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2026. The company has established a science-based target to reduce these emissions by 46.2% by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. Furthermore, Shiseido is committed to increasing its annual sourcing of renewable electricity from 18% in 2019 to 100% by 2030. For Scope 3 emissions, Shiseido targets a reduction of 55% per USD of value added by 2030, with a long-term goal of achieving a 97% reduction by 2050. The company also aims for a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2050. These targets align with Shiseido's commitment to reach net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2050, demonstrating a robust approach to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 31,332,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 60,151,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Shiseido's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 5% last year and decreased by approximately 67% since 2019, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 51% of Scope 3 emissions.
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Shiseido has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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