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Takasago Sustainability Profile

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Takasago International Corporation, commonly known as Takasago, is a leading player in the flavour and fragrance industry, headquartered in Japan. Established in 1920, the company has expanded its operations across major regions, including Asia, Europe, and North America, solidifying its global presence. Takasago is renowned for its innovative flavour and fragrance solutions, catering to diverse sectors such as food and beverage, personal care, and household products. The company’s commitment to quality and creativity has positioned it as a trusted partner for brands seeking unique sensory experiences. With a rich history marked by key milestones in product development and sustainability initiatives, Takasago continues to excel in the market, leveraging advanced technology and a deep understanding of consumer preferences to deliver exceptional products.

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44

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Chemicals 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.

20

Industry Benchmark

Takasago's score of 44 is higher than 66% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

66%

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Takasago's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Takasago International Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 988,199,000 kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 30,887,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 25,913,000 kg CO2e, and a significant contribution from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled around 931,398,000 kg CO2e. The combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions amounted to about 56,800,000 kg CO2e. Takasago has set ambitious climate commitments in line with the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi). The company aims to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 27.5% from 2019 levels by the year 2030. Additionally, it has committed to a 13.5% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. Long-term goals include achieving a 90% reduction in both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2050, alongside a similar target for Scope 3 emissions. These targets reflect Takasago's commitment to align with global climate goals, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2050. The company’s emissions data and reduction targets are not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that these figures are independently reported.

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2018201920202021202220232024
Scope 1
30,613,580
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00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 2
23,622,970
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00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 3
-
-
-
-
-
-
000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Takasago's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Takasago's primary industry is Chemicals nec, which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Takasago's Location?

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Very high
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 Takasago is in JP, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Takasago's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 91% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Purchased Goods and Services
91%
Capital Goods
4%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
3%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
2%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
<1%
Business Travel
<1%
Downstream Leased Assets
<1%
Investments
<1%

Takasago's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

Takasago has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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