Public Profile

Takara

Takara Bio Inc., commonly referred to as Takara, is a leading biotechnology company headquartered in Japan (JP). Founded in 1990, Takara has established itself as a key player in the life sciences industry, focusing on innovative solutions for genomic research, molecular biology, and cell biology. With a strong presence in Asia, Europe, and North America, Takara offers a diverse range of products and services, including high-quality reagents, kits, and instruments for DNA and RNA analysis. Their unique offerings, such as the SMART technology for cDNA synthesis, set them apart in the competitive landscape. Recognised for their commitment to quality and innovation, Takara has achieved significant milestones, including numerous patents and collaborations with leading research institutions. Their dedication to advancing scientific research solidifies their position as a trusted partner in the global biotechnology community.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Takara'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.

29

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Research Services 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.

24

Industry Benchmark

Takara's score of 29 is higher than 88% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

88%

Takara's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Takara reported total carbon emissions of approximately 15,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 10,418,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 5,274,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 5,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This marked a slight increase from 2022, where emissions were around 14,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed. Takara's emissions data indicates a focus on transparency, with emissions reported across all three scopes. In the context of the industry, Takara's emissions per unit of revenue have shown variability, with figures such as 20,000 kg CO2e per million USD in 2023. This highlights the company's ongoing efforts to balance growth with sustainability. Overall, while Takara has not set formal reduction targets, its emissions reporting reflects an awareness of climate impact and a potential pathway towards future commitments.

Unlock detailed emissions data

Access structured emissions data, company-specific emission factors, and source documents

201920202021202220232024
Scope 1
-
-
-
-
00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 2
-
-
-
-
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
-
-
-
-
0,000,000
0,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

Very low
Low
Medium
High
Very high
Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Takara's primary industry is Research and development services (73), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

Very low
Low
Medium
High
Very high
The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Takara 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.

Takara is not committed to any 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
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero

Similar Organizations

10x Genomics, Inc.

US
Health and social work services (85)
Updated 15 days ago

Thermo Fisher Scientific

US
Chemicals nec
Updated about 17 hours ago

Where does DitchCarbon data come from?

Discover our data-driven methodology for measuring corporate climate action and benchmarking against industry peers