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Toyobo

Toyobo Co., Ltd., a leading Japanese manufacturer, is headquartered in Osaka, Japan, with significant operations across Asia, Europe, and North America. Established in 1882, Toyobo has evolved into a prominent player in the textile, chemical, and biotechnology industries, focusing on innovative solutions that enhance everyday life. The company is renowned for its diverse range of products, including high-performance films, functional polymers, and advanced medical materials. Toyobo's commitment to research and development has positioned it at the forefront of technological advancements, particularly in the fields of packaging and healthcare. With a strong market presence, Toyobo has achieved notable milestones, including the development of eco-friendly materials and cutting-edge biopharmaceuticals. Its dedication to sustainability and innovation continues to drive its success in a competitive global market.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Toyobo'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.

77

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Research Development 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.

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Industry Benchmark

Toyobo's score of 77 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Toyobo's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Toyobo reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 8.94 million tonnes CO2e globally, comprising 712,000 tonnes from Scope 1, 182,000 tonnes from Scope 2, and a significant 5.29 million tonnes from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects their ongoing commitment to addressing climate change through targeted reduction initiatives. Toyobo has set ambitious targets to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions. The company aims to achieve a 27% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by the fiscal year 2031, using 2021 as the baseline year. Additionally, Toyobo is committed to reducing Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services and the use of sold products by 12.5% within the same timeframe. Looking towards the future, Toyobo has pledged to achieve net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, demonstrating a long-term commitment to sustainability and climate action. These initiatives align with industry standards and reflect Toyobo's proactive approach to mitigating its environmental impact.

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Industry emissions intensity

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

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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. Toyobo is headquartered in JP, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Toyobo 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.

SBTi
CDP
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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