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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.

22

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.

22

Industry Benchmark

Taiyo Yuden's score of 22 is higher than 56% 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 reported total carbon emissions of approximately 967,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 51,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 367,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 967,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions encompass various categories, including capital goods (225,000,000 kg CO2e) and purchased goods and services (601,000,000 kg CO2e). Taiyo Yuden has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, with near-term targets classified as "Committed." However, the company has not yet set a net-zero target. The emissions data from previous years shows a trend of increasing emissions, with 2022 emissions recorded at approximately 396,000,000 kg CO2e, indicating a need for enhanced reduction strategies. The company operates within the Technology Hardware and Equipment sector and is headquartered in Japan. As part of its climate commitments, Taiyo Yuden is actively working towards more sustainable practices, although specific reduction targets have not been disclosed.

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Scope 1
191,000,000
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Scope 2
393,000,000
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000,000,000
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Scope 3
398,238,000
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000,000,000
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000,000,000
000,000,000

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

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

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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