Sumitomo Rubber Industries, Ltd., a prominent player in the global tyre and rubber industry, is headquartered in Japan (JP). Founded in 1909, the company has established a strong presence in various operational regions, including Asia, Europe, and North America. Specialising in the manufacture of high-quality tyres for passenger vehicles, trucks, and motorcycles, Sumitomo Rubber is renowned for its innovative technologies and commitment to sustainability. The company’s core products, including the popular Dunlop and Falken tyre brands, are distinguished by their performance, durability, and advanced design features. With a rich history marked by significant milestones, Sumitomo Rubber Industries has solidified its market position as a leader in the automotive sector, consistently achieving notable accolades for quality and innovation.
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Sumitomo Rubber Industries's score of 53 is higher than 73% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Sumitomo Rubber Industries reported total Scope 1 and 2 emissions of approximately 729,000,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 3 emissions reached about 37,167,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 55% by 2030 from a 2017 baseline. Additionally, it targets a 25% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services by 2030, using 2021 as the reference year. The company is also committed to achieving carbon neutrality by 2050, with a near-term goal of halving its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 compared to 2017 levels. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Sumitomo Rubber Industries' dedication to sustainable practices within the automotive and components sector. Overall, the company is actively working towards significant emissions reductions while enhancing its sustainability profile in the global market.
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| 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 293,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Scope 3 | 33,170,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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