Taisei
Taisei Corporation, commonly referred to as Taisei, is a prominent player in the construction and engineering industry, headquartered in Japan. Established in 1905, the company has a rich history marked by significant milestones, including its expansion into international markets and innovative project delivery methods. With a strong presence in Asia and beyond, Taisei excels in various sectors, including civil engineering, building construction, and environmental solutions. The company is renowned for its core offerings, such as advanced construction technologies and sustainable infrastructure development, which set it apart from competitors. Taisei's commitment to quality and innovation has solidified its market position, making it a trusted partner for large-scale projects worldwide. Notable achievements include numerous awards for excellence in engineering and contributions to urban development, reflecting its dedication to shaping the future of construction.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Taisei'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.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Taisei's score of 41 is higher than 97% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Taisei's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Taisei Corporation reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 4,940,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3, alongside 240,000 kg CO2e each from Scope 1 and Scope 2. This reflects a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, particularly in the construction sector. Taisei has set ambitious targets to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 26% by 2030, using 2013 as the baseline year. Additionally, the company aims to cut its Scope 3 emissions from the use of sold products by 25% within the same timeframe. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to contribute to global efforts to limit temperature rise to 2°C. In 2021, Taisei's Scope 1 and 2 emissions were approximately 325,000,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 3 emissions were about 4,632,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has demonstrated a commitment to sustainability through these reduction initiatives, which are crucial for mitigating climate change impacts in the construction and engineering sector.
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Add to project| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Taisei is committed to some reduction initiatives 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.
