Yamato
Yamato Holdings Co., Ltd., commonly known as Yamato, is a leading logistics and delivery service provider headquartered in Japan (JP). Established in 1919, the company has evolved significantly, becoming a cornerstone of the Japanese logistics industry. With a strong presence in major operational regions across Asia, Yamato excels in parcel delivery, freight forwarding, and logistics solutions. Yamato is renowned for its innovative services, including the iconic "Kuroneko Yamato" delivery system, which offers unparalleled convenience and reliability. The company has achieved notable milestones, such as pioneering same-day delivery services in Japan, solidifying its market position as a trusted leader in the logistics sector. With a commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, Yamato continues to set industry standards, making it a preferred choice for businesses and consumers alike.
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Yamato's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Yamato Holdings Co., Ltd. reported total greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of approximately 823,000,000 kg CO2e, a decrease from about 860,000,000 kg CO2e in 2023. This reflects a commitment to reducing in-house emissions (Scope 1 and 2) by 30% by 2023, which they aimed to achieve through various initiatives. Yamato's emissions data indicates a consistent focus on reducing their carbon footprint, with significant reductions noted over the years. For instance, in 2022, emissions were about 902,000,000 kg CO2e, and in 2021, they were approximately 921,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious targets, including a 10% reduction in GHG emissions compared to the fiscal year ending March 31, 2021, by 2024, and a further 48% reduction by 2030, relative to the same baseline year. Yamato's climate commitments extend to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, aligning with global climate goals. They are actively working on initiatives such as introducing electric vehicles (EVs) and solar power generation to support this target. Additionally, they aim to reduce Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions to near zero by 2025. Overall, Yamato's emissions strategy reflects a proactive approach to climate action, with a clear trajectory towards significant reductions and long-term sustainability goals.
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| 2010 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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| Scope 1 | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - | - | - |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - | - | - |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | - | - |
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Yamato 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.
