Unicharm Corporation, commonly known as Unicharm, is a leading Japanese company headquartered in Tokyo, Japan (JP). Established in 1961, Unicharm has made significant strides in the hygiene and personal care industry, focusing on innovative products that enhance everyday life. The company operates extensively across Asia, with a strong presence in markets such as China, Southeast Asia, and beyond. Specialising in disposable hygiene products, Unicharm is renowned for its high-quality offerings, including diapers, feminine hygiene products, and adult incontinence solutions. Their commitment to research and development has led to unique features in their products, such as advanced absorbency and skin-friendly materials. Unicharm's market position is bolstered by its reputation for quality and innovation, making it a trusted name among consumers worldwide.
How does Unicharm Japan'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.
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Unicharm Japan's score of 74 is higher than 85% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Unicharm Japan reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,446,100,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 and about 102,100,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions, aiming for a 34% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using 2016 as the baseline year. Additionally, Unicharm is committed to an 18% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions by the same year, which includes emissions from purchased goods and services as well as the end-of-life treatment of sold products. Looking further ahead, Unicharm has pledged to achieve net zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, aligning with its Environmental Targets 2030 initiative. The company has also established a more aggressive target of a 46.2% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2031 from a 2021 baseline, alongside a 27.5% reduction in Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. Unicharm's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that these figures are independently reported. The company is actively working towards its climate commitments, demonstrating a strong focus on sustainability within the consumer durables sector.
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| 2017 | 2019 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 13,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 156,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,408,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Unicharm Japan is participating in some 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.
