Yamaha
Yamaha Corporation, commonly known as Yamaha, is a leading multinational company headquartered in Japan (JP). Established in 1887, Yamaha has evolved from its origins in musical instrument manufacturing to become a prominent player in the music, audio, and electronics industries. With major operational regions across Asia, Europe, and the Americas, Yamaha is renowned for its diverse range of products, including pianos, guitars, audio equipment, and motorcycles. Yamaha's commitment to innovation and quality has positioned it as a market leader, particularly in the musical instrument sector, where it is celebrated for its craftsmanship and technological advancements. The company has achieved numerous milestones, including the development of the first electronic piano in the 1980s. Today, Yamaha continues to inspire musicians and enthusiasts worldwide with its unique blend of tradition and modernity.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Yamaha'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
Yamaha's score of 60 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Yamaha's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Yamaha Corporation reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 151,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 22,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 128,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 103,100,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint significantly. Yamaha has set ambitious targets to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 55% by the fiscal year 2030/31, using the fiscal year 2017/18 as a baseline. Additionally, the company aims to cut its absolute Scope 3 emissions by 30% within the same timeframe. These targets include biogenic emissions and removals from bioenergy feedstocks, aligning with industry standards for climate action. The company is also committed to achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, demonstrating its long-term dedication to sustainability and climate responsibility. Yamaha's initiatives reflect a proactive approach to addressing climate change, contributing to global efforts to limit warming to 1.5°C.
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Add to project| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 25,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 133,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - |
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Yamaha 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.
