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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.

52

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Medical Device Manufacturing 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.

22

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.

98%

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 Scope 1 emissions of about 29,200,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 376,900,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling around 5,988,900,000 kg CO2e. 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 its absolute Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. Earlier, the company had also pledged to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 34% and Scope 3 emissions by 18% by 2030, using 2016 as the base year. These targets align with industry standards for climate action, demonstrating Unicharm's commitment to sustainability and reducing its environmental impact in the consumer durables sector.

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201820192020202120222023
Scope 1
29,000,000
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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

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Unicharm Japan's primary industry is Medical, precision and optical instruments, watches and clocks (33), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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