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Ykk

YKK Corporation, a global leader in fastening products, is headquartered in Japan (JP) and operates extensively across Asia, Europe, and the Americas. Founded in 1934, YKK has established itself as a pioneer in the zipper and fastening industry, renowned for its commitment to quality and innovation. The company’s core offerings include zippers, hook-and-loop fasteners, and other fastening solutions, distinguished by their durability and functionality. YKK's unique manufacturing processes and emphasis on sustainability have positioned it as a trusted partner for various sectors, including fashion, automotive, and outdoor equipment. With a strong market presence and a reputation for excellence, YKK continues to achieve significant milestones, reinforcing its status as a key player in the global fastening industry.

DitchCarbon Score

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63

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Apparel 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.

21

Industry Benchmark

Ykk's score of 63 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Ykk's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, YKK Corporation reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 770,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 162,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and about 587,848,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a significant commitment to reducing their carbon footprint, with a target to cut absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50% and Scope 3 emissions by 30% by 2030, using 2018 as the baseline year. Over the years, YKK's emissions have varied, with total emissions in 2022 being approximately 288,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2 combined, and about 267,700 kg CO2e for Scope 3. The company has made strides in addressing its environmental impact, aligning its targets with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure they contribute to limiting global warming to 1.5°C. YKK's emissions data highlights the importance of addressing all scopes of emissions, particularly Scope 3, which encompasses a significant portion of their overall carbon footprint. The company’s commitment to sustainability is evident in their structured reduction targets, aiming for substantial decreases in greenhouse gas emissions across all operational areas by 2030.

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Scope 1
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Scope 2
3,000,000
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000,000,000
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Scope 3
3,000,000
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000,000,000
0,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Ykk's primary industry is Wearing apparel; furs (18), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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

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