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Communication Equipment Manufacturing
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Socionext Inc. Sustainability Profile

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Socionext Inc., a leading provider of advanced semiconductor solutions, is headquartered in Japan and operates across key regions including North America, Europe, and Asia. Founded in 2015, the company has quickly established itself in the semiconductor industry, focusing on system-on-chip (SoC) design and development, as well as custom ASIC solutions. Socionext's core offerings include high-performance imaging processors, video processing solutions, and secure microcontrollers, all distinguished by their innovative architecture and energy efficiency. The company has achieved significant milestones, including collaborations with major technology firms and recognition for its contributions to the automotive and consumer electronics sectors. With a commitment to excellence and cutting-edge technology, Socionext Inc. continues to strengthen its market position as a trusted partner in the semiconductor landscape.

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62

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Communication Equipment 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.

32

Industry Benchmark

Socionext Inc.'s score of 62 is higher than 76% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Socionext Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

In 2025, Socionext Inc. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 347,425,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 254,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 6,273,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling around 340,898,000 kg CO2e. The latter includes categories such as purchased goods and services (about 299,323,000 kg CO2e) and business travel (approximately 2,016,000 kg CO2e). In 2024, the company's total emissions were about 404,713,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 199,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 7,776,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at approximately 396,738,000 kg CO2e. The previous year, 2023, saw total emissions of around 589,971,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions of 168,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of 8,172,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching about 581,631,000 kg CO2e. Socionext has committed to becoming carbon neutral by 2050 for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, with ongoing investigations and implementations of reduction measures. This long-term goal reflects the company's dedication to addressing its carbon footprint and aligns with industry standards for climate action. The company is currently on track with its reduction initiatives, particularly for Scope 2 emissions. No emissions data has been cascaded from a parent or related organization, indicating that all reported figures are directly from Socionext Inc.

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2022202320242025
Scope 1
318,000
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000,000
000,000
Scope 2
6,971,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
246,765,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Socionext Inc.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Socionext Inc.'s primary industry is Communication Equipment Manufacturing, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Socionext Inc.'s Location?

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

Socionext Inc.'s Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Socionext Inc.'s Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 14% last year and increased by approximately 38% since 2022, 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 88% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2025
Purchased Goods and Services
88%
Capital Goods
11%
Business Travel
<1%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
<1%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%

Socionext Inc.'s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

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.

Socionext Inc. has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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