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Yamato

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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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35

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Land Transportation 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

Yamato's score of 35 is higher than 66% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Yamato's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Yamato Holdings Co., Ltd., headquartered in Japan, reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 823,000,000 kg CO2e, encompassing Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. This figure represents a decrease from the previous year's emissions of about 860,000,000 kg CO2e in 2023. Over the past few years, Yamato has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, with a target to decrease GHG emissions by 10% compared to the fiscal year ending March 31, 2021, by 2024. Additionally, the company aims for a significant reduction of 48% in total emissions by 2030, relative to the same fiscal year. Yamato's climate strategy includes specific short-term targets, such as a 30% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2023. The company is also focused on achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, aligning with global climate goals. Initiatives to reach these targets include the introduction of electric vehicles (EVs) and solar power generation equipment. The emissions data and reduction targets are sourced directly from Yamato Holdings Co., Ltd., with no cascaded data from parent or related organizations. The company continues to enhance its sustainability efforts, reflecting a proactive approach to climate change and environmental responsibility.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Yamato's primary industry is Other land transportation services, which is high 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. This request for Yamato is in JP, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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