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Yakult Honsha Co., Ltd., commonly known as Yakult, is a leading player in the beverages industry, headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. Founded in 1935, the company has established itself as a pioneer in probiotic drinks, primarily known for its flagship product, Yakult, a fermented milk beverage that promotes gut health.
With a strong presence in Asia, Europe, and the Americas, Yakult has achieved significant milestones, including the introduction of its products in over 40 countries. The company’s commitment to research and development has led to unique formulations that distinguish its offerings in the competitive beverage market. Renowned for its focus on health and wellness, Yakult continues to maintain a prominent market position, celebrated for its contributions to digestive health and overall well-being.
31
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+3 vs industry average
Yakult Honsha’s score of 31 is higher than 51% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
High
Beverage Manufacturing has above-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.374
20182025
The Beverage Manufacturing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 34% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
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Reported emissions
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Yakult Honsha's reported carbon emissions
Yakult Honsha: Climate Commitments & Emissions in the Beverages Sector
As of 2024, Yakult Honsha, a Japanese beverage company, reported Scope 3 emissions of approximately 1,393,241,000 kg CO2e. In 2023, the company reported total emissions of around 1,871,577,000 kg CO2e. For 2022, total emissions were approximately 843,128,000 kg CO2e, and in 2021, total emissions were about 602,843,000 kg CO2e.
Looking back, Yakult Honsha reported Scope 3 emissions of approximately 303,029,000 kg CO2e in 2020. This included emissions from capital goods (23,014,000 kg CO2e), business travel (464,000 kg CO2e), employee commuting (1,059,000 kg CO2e), downstream leased assets (19,144,000 kg CO2e), purchased goods and services (230,317,000 kg CO2e), waste generated in operations (176,000 kg CO2e), fuel and energy related activities (13,870,000 kg CO2e), and end-of-life treatment of sold products (14,985,000 kg CO2e).
In 2019, the company disclosed total emissions of approximately 325,569,000 kg CO2e, comprising Scope 1 emissions of around 20,198,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 32,154,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions. The 2019 Scope 3 emissions included capital goods (24,441,000 kg CO2e), business travel (446,000 kg CO2e), employee commuting (1,175,000 kg CO2e), downstream leased assets (22,413,000 kg CO2e), purchased goods and services (242,788,000 kg CO2e), waste generated in operations (192,000 kg CO2e), fuel and energy related activities (8,507,000 kg CO2e), and end-of-life treatment of sold products (25,607,000 kg CO2e).
Climate Targets:
Yakult Honsha has committed to several ambitious climate targets validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi):
- Near-Term Targets (FY2030): The company aims to reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions by 42% by fiscal year 2030, using fiscal year 2022 as a base year. Additionally, Yakult Honsha commits to reduce absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 25% within the same timeframe.
- FLAG Emissions: Yakult Honsha also commits to reduce total FLAG (Forest, Land and Agriculture) Scope 1 and 3 GHG emissions by 31% from 2022 by 2030.
- Deforestation: The company has set a target of achieving no deforestation across its primary deforestation-linked commodities by 31 December 2025.
These targets for Scope 1 and 2 emissions are consistent with reductions required to keep global warming to 1.5°C.
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Yakult Honsha’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
3 goals2030
42% reduction in Scope 1
Yakult Honsha Co., Ltd. commits to reduce absolute scope 1 GHG emissions 42% by FY2030 from a FY2022 base year.
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2030
42% reduction in Scope 2
Yakult Honsha Co., Ltd. commits to reduce absolute scope 2 GHG emissions 42% by FY2030 from a FY2022 base year.
Insufficient data42%
2030
25% reduction in scope 3 total
Yakult Honsha Co., Ltd. also commits to reduce absolute scope 3 GHG emissions 25% within the same timeframe.
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Climate initiatives
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