YKK AP Inc.
YKK AP Inc., a prominent subsidiary of the YKK Group, is headquartered in Japan and operates extensively across Asia, Europe, and North America. Established in 1952, the company has carved a niche in the architectural products industry, specialising in high-quality building materials and solutions. YKK AP is renowned for its innovative offerings, including windows, doors, and curtain walls, which are designed to enhance energy efficiency and aesthetic appeal. The company’s commitment to sustainability and advanced technology sets it apart in a competitive market. With a strong market position, YKK AP has achieved numerous accolades for its design excellence and environmental initiatives, solidifying its reputation as a leader in the architectural products sector.
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YKK AP Inc.'s reported carbon emissions
In 2023, YKK AP Inc., headquartered in Japan, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,890,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 92,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 193,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 1,727,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions breakdown reveals major contributions from purchased goods and services (approximately 1,418,100,000 kg CO2e) and capital goods (about 184,200,000 kg CO2e). YKK AP has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 50% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, using a 2013 baseline. Additionally, the company targets a 30% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions by the same year. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect a commitment to keeping global warming well below 2°C. Under its "Evolution 2030" vision, YKK AP aims for an 80% reduction in emissions by FY2030 and has set a long-term goal of achieving carbon neutrality by FY2040. This commitment was recently accelerated from a previous target of FY2050, highlighting the urgency of their climate initiatives. The emissions data for YKK AP Inc. is cascaded from its parent company, YKK Corporation, which also contributes to the overall sustainability strategy. The company is actively pursuing its "Carbon Neutral Project," initiated in FY2021, to further enhance its climate action efforts.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 90,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 212,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,523,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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