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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.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Taiyo Yuden'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.

12

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Electricity from Other Sources 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.

16

Industry Benchmark

Taiyo Yuden's score of 12 is higher than 63% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Taiyo Yuden's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Taiyo Yuden Co., Ltd. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 967,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 51,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of around 367,000,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling approximately 549,000,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions breakdown includes categories such as purchased goods and services (601,000,000 kg CO2e) and employee commuting (9,000,000 kg CO2e). Taiyo Yuden has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, although specific reduction targets have not been disclosed. The company is currently classified as "Committed" to near-term targets, indicating an intention to address its emissions, but it has not yet set a net-zero target. The company operates within the Technology Hardware and Equipment sector and is headquartered in Japan. Overall, Taiyo Yuden's emissions data reflects a significant environmental impact, and its ongoing commitments suggest a proactive approach to climate action, although further details on specific reduction initiatives would enhance transparency and accountability.

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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Taiyo Yuden's primary industry is Electricity nec, which is medium 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. Taiyo Yuden is headquartered in JP, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Taiyo Yuden 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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