Taiyo Yuden
Taiyo Yuden Co., Ltd., a leading manufacturer in the electronics industry, is headquartered in Japan (JP) and has established a significant presence in Asia, Europe, and North America. Founded in 1950, the company has achieved numerous milestones, including pioneering advancements in capacitor and inductor technology. Specialising in passive components, Taiyo Yuden is renowned for its high-quality capacitors, inductors, and ferrite beads, which are integral to various electronic devices. Their commitment to innovation and quality has positioned them as a trusted supplier for major global electronics manufacturers. With a strong market position, Taiyo Yuden continues to excel in the competitive landscape, consistently delivering unique products that meet the evolving demands of the electronics sector. Their dedication to research and development ensures they remain at the forefront of technological advancements.
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Taiyo Yuden's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Taiyo Yuden Co., Ltd. reported significant carbon emissions, totalling approximately 967,000,000 kg CO2e globally. This includes 51,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 367,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 549,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Notably, Scope 3 emissions comprised 225,000,000 kg CO2e from capital goods, 601,000,000 kg CO2e from purchased goods and services, and 77,000,000 kg CO2e from fuel and energy-related activities. Taiyo Yuden has set ambitious near-term targets to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions. The company commits to a 42% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by FY2030 from a FY2020 baseline. Additionally, it aims for a 25% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions, specifically from purchased goods and services and fuel- and energy-related activities, by FY2030 from a FY2021 baseline. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to contribute to limiting global warming to 1.5°C. In Japan, the company reported Scope 3 emissions of approximately 11,000,000 kg CO2e in 2023, which included 9,000,000 kg CO2e from employee commuting and 9,000 kg CO2e from business travel. The commitment to reducing emissions reflects Taiyo Yuden's proactive approach to sustainability and climate responsibility within the technology hardware and equipment sector.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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