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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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50

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Other 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.

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Industry Benchmark

Sumitomo Electric's score of 50 is higher than 95% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Sumitomo Electric's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Sumitomo Electric reported total carbon emissions of approximately 30,042,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3, alongside about 1,681,000,000 kg CO2e for combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions. This reflects a significant commitment to addressing climate change, with a long-term goal of achieving carbon neutrality for Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2050. The company has set ambitious reduction targets, aiming for a 30% decrease in absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by FY2030/31 from a FY2018/19 baseline. Additionally, it plans to reduce absolute Scope 3 emissions by 15% over the same timeframe. Notably, Sumitomo Electric also targets carbon neutrality for all scopes by 2035, demonstrating a comprehensive approach to sustainability. These initiatives align with industry standards and reflect a commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions in line with global climate goals.

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Scope 2
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Scope 3
24,753,000,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Sumitomo Electric's primary industry is Other services (93), 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 Sumitomo Electric is in JP, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Sumitomo Electric is participating in some 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
Reduction Actions

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