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Ykk Ap

YKK AP, a subsidiary of the renowned YKK Group, is a leading manufacturer in the architectural products industry, headquartered in the United States. Established in 1994, the company has made significant strides in providing innovative solutions for the construction sector, particularly in the areas of windows, doors, and curtain walls. With a strong operational presence across North America, YKK AP is recognised for its commitment to quality and sustainability, offering products that combine durability with energy efficiency. The company’s unique manufacturing processes and advanced technology set it apart in a competitive market, earning accolades for its design and performance. YKK AP continues to solidify its position as a trusted partner in the architectural community, contributing to numerous high-profile projects and achieving notable industry certifications.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Ykk Ap'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.

23

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Electrical Machinery Manufacturing 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

Ykk Ap's score of 23 is higher than 50% 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 Ap's reported carbon emissions

In 2021, YKK AP Inc. reported significant carbon emissions, with total Scope 3 emissions amounting to approximately 1,693,000,000 kg CO2e from capital goods, 13,000,000 kg CO2e from employee commuting, 14,000,000 kg CO2e from the processing of sold products, and 1,000,000 kg CO2e from waste generated in operations. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030, using 2013 as the base year. Additionally, YKK AP Inc. is committed to a 30% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions by the same year. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to contribute to global efforts to limit temperature rise to well below 2°C. YKK AP's proactive approach to addressing its carbon footprint reflects its commitment to sustainability within the building products sector, positioning the company as a responsible player in the fight against climate change.

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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Ykk Ap's primary industry is Electrical machinery and apparatus n.e.c. (31), 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. Ykk Ap is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Ykk Ap 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.

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

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