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Electrical Machinery Manufacturing
JP
updated 2 months ago

Yokogawa Electric Sustainability Profile

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Yokogawa Electric Corporation, commonly known as Yokogawa, is a leading global provider of industrial automation, test and measurement solutions, headquartered in Japan. Founded in 1915, the company has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including Asia, Europe, and North America, serving various industries such as oil and gas, chemicals, and power generation. Yokogawa is renowned for its innovative core products, including advanced process control systems, field instruments, and software solutions that enhance operational efficiency and safety. The company’s commitment to quality and technological advancement has positioned it as a trusted partner in the industrial sector. With a rich history of milestones, Yokogawa continues to achieve notable recognition for its contributions to automation and digital transformation, solidifying its market leadership.

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54

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.

32

Industry Benchmark

Yokogawa Electric's score of 54 is higher than 71% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

71%

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Yokogawa Electric's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Yokogawa Electric Corporation reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 12015000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 58471000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. The combined emissions for Scope 1 and 2 amounted to about 70486000 kg CO2e. Additionally, the company disclosed significant Scope 3 emissions, including approximately 391181000 kg CO2e from purchased goods and services and about 249052000 kg CO2e from the use of sold products. Yokogawa has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50% by FY2030 from a FY2019 baseline. This target is aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflects the company's commitment to limiting global warming to 1.5°C. Furthermore, Yokogawa aims to reduce Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services and the use of sold products by 30% within the same timeframe. The company is also committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, focusing on renewable energy adoption and energy efficiency improvements. These initiatives underscore Yokogawa's proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint.

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Scope 1
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00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 2
-
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 3
35,867,000
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000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Yokogawa Electric's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Yokogawa Electric's primary industry is Electrical Machinery Manufacturing, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Yokogawa Electric's Location?

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Very high
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 Yokogawa Electric is in JP, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Yokogawa Electric's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Yokogawa Electric's Scope 3 emissions, which increased significantly last year and increased significantly since 2015, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 53% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Purchased Goods and Services
53%
Use of Sold Products
34%
Capital Goods
4%
Business Travel
4%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
2%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
2%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
<1%

Yokogawa Electric's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

Yokogawa Electric has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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