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Socionext Inc.

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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64

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.

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Industry Benchmark

Socionext Inc.'s score of 64 is higher than 99% 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 2024, Socionext Inc. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 8,198,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 262,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 7,936,000 kg CO2e. Notably, their Scope 3 emissions were significantly higher, reaching about 376,810,000 kg CO2e, which includes substantial contributions from purchased goods and services (approximately 339,024,000 kg CO2e) and upstream transportation and distribution (about 1,136,000 kg CO2e). In 2023, the company recorded total emissions of around 8,534,000 kg CO2e globally, with Scope 1 emissions at about 235,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 8,299,000 kg CO2e. Their Scope 3 emissions for that year were approximately 536,424,000 kg CO2e, indicating a consistent trend of high emissions from supply chain activities. Socionext has committed to becoming carbon neutral by 2050 for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. This long-term goal, initiated in 2023, reflects their ongoing efforts to investigate and implement effective reduction measures. The company is actively working towards these targets, although specific interim reduction percentages have not been disclosed. Overall, Socionext's emissions data highlights the significant impact of their supply chain (Scope 3) on their total carbon footprint, while their commitment to achieving carbon neutrality by 2050 demonstrates a proactive approach to climate action.

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Scope 2
6,971,000
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Scope 3
246,765,000
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Socionext Inc.'s primary industry is Radio, television and communication equipment and apparatus (32), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Socionext Inc. 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
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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