Yageo Corporation Sustainability Profile
Yageo Corporation, a leading global provider of passive components, is headquartered in Taiwan (TW) and operates extensively across Asia, Europe, and the Americas. Founded in 1977, Yageo has established itself as a key player in the electronics industry, specialising in resistors, capacitors, and inductors. The company is renowned for its innovative solutions that cater to a diverse range of applications, including automotive, telecommunications, and consumer electronics. Yageo's commitment to quality and technological advancement has positioned it as a trusted partner for manufacturers worldwide. With a strong market presence and a reputation for excellence, Yageo continues to achieve significant milestones, solidifying its status as a leader in the passive components sector.
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Yageo Corporation's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Yageo Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 343,758,000 kg CO2e, comprising 13,716,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 339,843,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 74,110,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. This represents a significant increase in emissions compared to 2022, where total emissions were about 346,213,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 3,915,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 342,299,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 41,396,000 kg CO2e. Yageo has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 30% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions from a 2020 baseline by 2030. Additionally, the Kaohsiung Dashe Factory is expected to convert 30% of its electricity consumption to green power by December 2024. Long-term goals include achieving a 100% reduction in carbon emissions by 2050 and a near-term target of 37.64% reduction in Scope 1 emissions by 2030. Yageo's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent company, indicating that the reported figures are solely from Yageo Corporation itself. The company is actively working towards its climate targets while navigating the challenges of increasing emissions in a growing operational landscape.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 3,075,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 291,635,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Yageo Corporation's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Yageo Corporation has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
