TDK Corporation Sustainability Profile
TDK Corporation, a leading global electronics company headquartered in Japan, has been at the forefront of innovation since its founding in 1935. Renowned for its expertise in passive components, TDK operates extensively across Asia, Europe, and the Americas, serving diverse industries such as automotive, telecommunications, and consumer electronics. The company’s core offerings include capacitors, inductors, and magnetic materials, distinguished by their high performance and reliability. TDK's commitment to research and development has positioned it as a key player in the market, with notable achievements in advanced technologies like energy storage and power management solutions. With a strong emphasis on sustainability and quality, TDK Corporation continues to shape the future of electronics, maintaining a competitive edge in an ever-evolving industry landscape.
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TDK Corporation's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, TDK Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 21,954,500,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 134,200,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 756,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching about 21,064,400,000 kg CO2e. This represents a significant increase from 2024, where total emissions were about 20,373,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 134,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at about 694,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at around 19,546,000,000 kg CO2e. TDK has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by FY2050. Near-term targets include a 42% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by FY2030 from a FY2021 baseline, and a 25% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services and use of sold products within the same timeframe. Additionally, TDK aims to have 5% of its suppliers by spend covering purchased goods and services set science-based targets by FY2028. Long-term goals include a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions and a 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by FY2050, both from a FY2021 base year. TDK's commitment to halve CO2 emission intensity from a life-cycle perspective by 2035 further underscores its dedication to sustainability. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect TDK's proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint.
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| Scope 1 | 874,996,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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TDK Corporation's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
TDK Corporation's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 8% last year and increased by approximately 48% since 2020, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 50% of Scope 3 emissions.
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TDK Corporation'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.
TDK Corporation 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.
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