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Construction Work
JP
updated a month ago

Sumitomo Heavy Industries Construction Cranes Co., Ltd. Sustainability Profile

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Sumitomo Heavy Industries Construction Cranes Co., Ltd., a prominent player in the construction equipment industry, is headquartered in Japan. Established in 1963, the company has built a strong reputation for its innovative crane solutions, serving major operational regions across Asia, Europe, and North America. Specialising in the design and manufacture of a wide range of construction cranes, including tower cranes and crawler cranes, Sumitomo Heavy Industries stands out for its commitment to quality and advanced technology. The company has achieved significant milestones, including numerous industry awards for safety and efficiency. With a robust market position, Sumitomo Heavy Industries Construction Cranes Co., Ltd. continues to lead the way in providing reliable and high-performance lifting solutions, making it a trusted choice for construction professionals worldwide.

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How does Sumitomo Heavy Industries Construction Cranes Co., Ltd.'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.

46

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Construction Work 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.

21

Industry Benchmark

Sumitomo Heavy Industries Construction Cranes Co., Ltd.'s score of 46 is higher than 70% 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 Construction Cranes Co., Ltd.'s reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Sumitomo Heavy Industries, Ltd.

Sumitomo Heavy Industries Construction Cranes Co., Ltd., headquartered in Japan (JP), currently does not report specific carbon emissions data for the most recent year, as indicated by the absence of emissions figures. The company is a current subsidiary of Sumitomo Heavy Industries, Ltd., which may influence its climate commitments and reporting practices. While there are no documented reduction targets or climate pledges specific to Sumitomo Heavy Industries Construction Cranes Co., Ltd., it is important to note that emissions data and performance metrics may be cascaded from its parent company, Sumitomo Heavy Industries, Ltd. This relationship suggests that any climate initiatives or targets may align with the broader strategies of the parent organisation. As of now, the company has not established specific science-based targets (SBTi) or documented reduction initiatives. The lack of emissions data and defined climate commitments highlights an opportunity for Sumitomo Heavy Industries Construction Cranes Co., Ltd. to enhance its sustainability efforts and transparency in carbon management.

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128,883,100
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How Carbon Intensive is Sumitomo Heavy Industries Construction Cranes Co., Ltd.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Sumitomo Heavy Industries Construction Cranes Co., Ltd.'s primary industry is Construction work (45), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Sumitomo Heavy Industries Construction Cranes Co., Ltd.'s Location?

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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 Construction Cranes Co., Ltd. is in JP, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Sumitomo Heavy Industries Construction Cranes Co., Ltd.'s Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Sumitomo Heavy Industries Construction Cranes Co., Ltd.'s Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 5% last year and increased significantly since 2016, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 98% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2023
Use of Sold Products
98%
Purchased Goods and Services
1%
Capital Goods
<1%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
<1%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%
Investments
<1%
Business Travel
<1%

Sumitomo Heavy Industries Construction Cranes Co., Ltd.'s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

Sumitomo Heavy Industries Construction Cranes Co., Ltd. has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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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