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Sumitomo Heavy Industries

Sumitomo Heavy Industries, Ltd. (SHI), headquartered in Japan, is a prominent player in the heavy machinery and industrial equipment sector. Founded in 1888, the company has established a strong presence in various operational regions, including Asia, Europe, and North America. SHI excels in manufacturing a diverse range of products, including industrial machinery, construction equipment, and precision machinery. Its commitment to innovation and quality sets it apart in the competitive landscape. Notable achievements include advancements in eco-friendly technologies and a robust portfolio of cutting-edge solutions tailored to meet the evolving needs of industries worldwide. With a solid market position, Sumitomo Heavy Industries continues to drive growth and sustainability, reinforcing its reputation as a leader in the heavy industries sector.

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How does Sumitomo Heavy Industries'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.

43

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Machinery and Equipment 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 Heavy Industries's score of 43 is higher than 98% 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 Heavy Industries's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Sumitomo Heavy Industries reported total carbon emissions of approximately 156,903,000 kg CO2e, which includes 36,272,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 120,631,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has also disclosed Scope 3 emissions, which total approximately 76,761,104,000 kg CO2e, indicating a significant impact from its supply chain and product use. Over the years, Sumitomo Heavy Industries has shown a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been detailed in the provided data. The absence of documented reduction targets suggests that while the company is aware of its emissions, it may not have formalised commitments to specific reduction goals or initiatives at this time. The company operates in a sector where emissions management is critical, and its emissions data reflects the challenges faced by heavy industries in transitioning to more sustainable practices. As climate commitments evolve, it will be essential for Sumitomo Heavy Industries to establish clear reduction targets to align with global climate goals.

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128,883,100
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276,816,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Sumitomo Heavy Industries's primary industry is Machinery and equipment n.e.c. (29), which is 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 Heavy Industries is in JP, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

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.

Sumitomo Heavy Industries 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
Reduction Actions

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