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YASKAWA Electric Corporation

YASKAWA Electric Corporation, a leading name in the automation and robotics industry, is headquartered in Japan (JP) and operates extensively across Asia, Europe, and the Americas. Founded in 1915, YASKAWA has established itself as a pioneer in motion control, robotics, and system engineering, achieving significant milestones such as the development of the world’s first industrial robot. The company’s core offerings include advanced servo motors, drives, and industrial robots, which are renowned for their precision and reliability. YASKAWA's commitment to innovation has positioned it as a market leader, with notable achievements in enhancing manufacturing efficiency and automation solutions. With a strong focus on sustainability and smart technology, YASKAWA Electric Corporation continues to shape the future of industrial automation globally.

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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.

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Industry Benchmark

YASKAWA Electric Corporation's score of 29 is higher than 90% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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YASKAWA Electric Corporation's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, YASKAWA Electric Corporation reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 52,934,000 kg CO2e, encompassing both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. This figure represents a slight decrease from the previous year's emissions of about 54,476,000 kg CO2e in 2022. YASKAWA has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 51% by FY2030, using FY2018 as the baseline year. Additionally, the company is committed to a 15% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions by FY2030, with FY2020 as the reference year. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to contribute to global efforts to limit temperature rise to 1.5°C. YASKAWA Electric Corporation's proactive approach to climate action reflects its commitment to sustainability within the electrical equipment and machinery sector, positioning the company as a responsible player in the fight against climate change.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. YASKAWA Electric Corporation's primary industry is Machinery and equipment n.e.c. (29), which is low 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 YASKAWA Electric Corporation is in JP, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

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