Public Profile

Yanmar

Yanmar Co., Ltd., a prominent name in the machinery and engine industry, is headquartered in Japan (JP) and has established a strong presence across Asia, Europe, and the Americas. Founded in 1912, Yanmar has a rich history marked by innovation, including the development of the world's first commercially viable small diesel engine. Specialising in agricultural machinery, marine engines, and energy systems, Yanmar is renowned for its commitment to quality and sustainability. Their core products, such as compact tractors and high-performance marine engines, are designed to enhance efficiency and reduce environmental impact, setting them apart in a competitive market. With a legacy of excellence, Yanmar has secured a notable position as a leader in the industry, consistently recognised for its technological advancements and dedication to customer satisfaction.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Yanmar'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.

13

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Machinery and Equipment 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.

12

Industry Benchmark

Yanmar's score of 13 is higher than 61% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Yanmar's reported carbon emissions

As of the latest available data, Yanmar's carbon emissions for the year 2020 were reported with an intensity of approximately 0.000379 kg CO2e per unit of revenue. This figure reflects the company's commitment to monitoring its environmental impact, although specific total emissions figures for Scope 1, 2, or 3 are not provided. Yanmar has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) nor does it appear to have formal climate pledges documented. This indicates a potential area for growth in their climate strategy, as many companies in the industry are increasingly adopting measurable targets to reduce their carbon footprint. Overall, while Yanmar is tracking its emissions intensity, further transparency and commitment to reduction targets could enhance its climate commitments and align with global sustainability goals.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Yanmar's primary industry is Machinery and equipment n.e.c. (29), 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. Yanmar is headquartered in JP, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

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.

Yanmar is not committed to any 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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UN Global Compact

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