Wakunaga of America, often referred to simply as Wakunaga, is a leading player in the dietary supplement industry, headquartered in the United States. Established in 1972, the company has made significant strides in promoting health and wellness through its innovative products, particularly its flagship Kyolic® brand of aged garlic extract. With a strong operational presence across North America and beyond, Wakunaga is renowned for its commitment to quality and scientific research. The company’s core offerings, including dietary supplements and herbal products, are distinguished by their unique formulations and health benefits. Wakunaga has garnered a solid market position, recognised for its dedication to natural health solutions and sustainability. Its achievements in research and development underscore its role as a trusted name in the health supplement sector.
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Wakunaga, headquartered in the US, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year, as indicated by the absence of emissions figures. The company is a current subsidiary of Wakunaga Of America Co., Ltd., and as such, it may inherit climate-related data and commitments from its parent organisation. Despite the lack of specific emissions data, Wakunaga has not outlined any formal reduction targets or climate pledges. This absence of documented initiatives suggests that the company may still be in the early stages of developing a comprehensive climate strategy. In the broader context of the industry, many companies are increasingly adopting science-based targets and committing to net-zero emissions. As a subsidiary, Wakunaga may benefit from the climate initiatives and strategies implemented by its parent company, which could include participation in frameworks such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP). However, without specific data or commitments from Wakunaga itself, it is challenging to assess its current climate impact or future goals.
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Wakunaga is not participating in any 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.