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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.

36

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 36 is higher than 92% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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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. The Scope 3 emissions included about 4,619,000 kg CO2e from purchased goods and services. Takara has set a significant reduction target to decrease emissions per unit of revenue by 50% compared to fiscal 2019 levels by the end of fiscal 2026. This commitment encompasses all scopes of emissions, aiming to enhance their sustainability practices and reduce their overall carbon footprint. In previous years, Takara's emissions were recorded at 13,000,000 kg CO2e in 2019, 11,000,000 kg CO2e in 2020, and 14,000,000 kg CO2e in 2022, indicating a fluctuating trend in their emissions profile. The company continues to focus on improving its emissions intensity as part of its broader climate commitments.

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Industry emissions intensity

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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

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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. This request for Takara is in JP, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Takara is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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
Reduction Actions

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