Sumitomo Electric
Sumitomo Electric Industries, Ltd., commonly known as Sumitomo Electric, is a leading global player in the electrical and electronic components industry, headquartered in Japan. Founded in 1897, the company has established a strong presence in various operational regions, including Asia, Europe, and North America. Specialising in a diverse range of products and services, Sumitomo Electric excels in areas such as automotive components, optical fibres, and semiconductor materials. Its commitment to innovation and quality has positioned it as a trusted supplier in the telecommunications and automotive sectors. Notable achievements include advancements in high-performance materials and sustainable technologies, reinforcing its market leadership. With a rich history and a focus on cutting-edge solutions, Sumitomo Electric continues to shape the future of the industry.
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Sumitomo Electric's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, Sumitomo Electric Industries, Ltd. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 30,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2 combined, alongside about 22,599,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a decrease from 2023, where emissions were about 68,001,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2, and approximately 24,753,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. In 2022, the company recorded about 82,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2, and around 30,042,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. Sumitomo Electric has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions by 2050 across all scopes. Specifically, they have committed to reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 30% and Scope 3 emissions by 15% by FY2030/31, using FY2018/19 as the baseline. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to support global efforts to limit temperature rise to well below 2°C. The company also aims to achieve carbon neutrality for Scope 1 and 2 by 2050, with interim targets to reduce emissions from nuclear power plants, which are expected to reach the end of their operational life between 2020 and 2030. Additionally, they have set a target to achieve carbon neutrality for Scope 3 emissions by 2035. Overall, Sumitomo Electric is actively working towards significant reductions in its carbon footprint, demonstrating a commitment to sustainability and climate action.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 178,000,000 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - | - |
| Scope 2 | 1,326,000,000 | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | - |
| Scope 3 | 3,150,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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