SoftBank Corp.
SoftBank Corp., a leading telecommunications and technology conglomerate headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, has been a pivotal player in the industry since its founding in 1981. With a diverse portfolio that spans mobile communications, broadband services, and internet of things (IoT) solutions, SoftBank has established itself as a key innovator in the global market. The company operates extensively across Japan and has made significant inroads into international markets through strategic investments and partnerships. Notable achievements include the launch of the SoftBank Vision Fund, which has positioned the company at the forefront of venture capital in technology. SoftBank's unique offerings, such as its advanced 5G network and AI-driven services, underscore its commitment to shaping the future of connectivity and digital transformation.
DitchCarbon Score
How does SoftBank Corp.'s carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Telecommunications Services 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.
Industry Benchmark
SoftBank Corp.'s score of 24 is higher than 72% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
SoftBank Corp.'s reported carbon emissions
In 2023, SoftBank Corp. reported significant carbon emissions totalling approximately 9,287,493,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 6,369,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which are direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, and 514,293,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, representing indirect emissions from the generation of purchased electricity, steam, heating, and cooling. The majority of their emissions, approximately 9,287,493,000 kg CO2e, fall under Scope 3, which encompasses all other indirect emissions that occur in the value chain. Currently, SoftBank Corp. has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing their carbon footprint. As such, their climate commitments remain unclear, and there are no documented pledges or targets under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other frameworks. This lack of defined goals highlights a potential area for improvement in their sustainability strategy.
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Get Started| 2023 | |
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| Scope 1 | 6,369,000 |
| Scope 2 | 514,293,000 |
| Scope 3 | 9,287,493,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.
SoftBank Corp. 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.
