Public Profile

Yamashita

Yamashita Co., Ltd., commonly referred to as Yamashita, is a prominent player in the fishing tackle industry, headquartered in Japan (JP). Established in 1913, the company has built a strong reputation for its innovative products and commitment to quality, serving anglers across Asia and beyond. Yamashita is renowned for its cutting-edge squid jigs and other fishing accessories, which are designed to enhance the fishing experience through advanced technology and unique features. The brand's dedication to research and development has positioned it as a leader in the market, with notable achievements including numerous awards for product excellence. With a focus on sustainability and performance, Yamashita continues to set industry standards, making it a trusted choice for both amateur and professional fishermen alike.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Yamashita'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.

16

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Iron and Steel Production 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.

14

Industry Benchmark

Yamashita's score of 16 is higher than 63% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Yamashita's reported carbon emissions

Yamashita, headquartered in Japan, has set ambitious climate commitments despite not having specific carbon emissions data available. The company has committed to reducing its Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by approximately 42% by the year 2030, using 2022 as the baseline year. This target has been validated through the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and aligns with the necessary reductions to limit global warming to 1.5°C. Additionally, Yamashita aims to measure and reduce its Scope 3 emissions, demonstrating a comprehensive approach to tackling its overall carbon footprint. As a small to medium enterprise in the mining sector, these commitments reflect a proactive stance towards sustainability and climate responsibility.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Yamashita's primary industry is Basic iron and steel and of ferro-alloys and first products thereof, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Yamashita 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.

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The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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