Unicharm Japan
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.
DitchCarbon Score
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.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Unicharm Japan's score of 52 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Unicharm Japan's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Unicharm Japan reported total carbon emissions of approximately 6,395,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 29,200,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 376,900,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 5,988,900,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 46.2% by 2031, using 2021 as the base year. Additionally, Unicharm is committed to a 27.5% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. In previous years, Unicharm's emissions were also significant, with 2020 figures showing total emissions of 2,143,000,000 kg CO2e, including 25,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 140,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. The company has also established earlier targets, aiming for a 34% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 from a 2016 base year, alongside an 18% reduction in Scope 3 emissions. Unicharm's commitment to sustainability aligns with industry standards, reflecting a proactive approach to mitigating climate change impacts through substantial emission reduction targets across all scopes.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 29,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 160,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,512,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Unicharm Japan is 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.
