Benesse
Benesse Corporation, headquartered in Japan, is a leading player in the education and lifestyle industry. Founded in 1955, the company has evolved significantly, expanding its operations across Asia and beyond. Benesse is renowned for its innovative educational services, including correspondence courses and digital learning platforms, which cater to a diverse range of learners from early childhood to adults. The company’s unique approach combines traditional educational methods with cutting-edge technology, setting it apart in a competitive market. Notable achievements include its strong presence in the Japanese market and successful international ventures, particularly in Asia. With a commitment to fostering lifelong learning, Benesse continues to enhance its offerings, making it a trusted name in education and personal development.
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Benesse's score of 50 is higher than 74% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Benesse's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Benesse Corporation, headquartered in Japan (JP), reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 164,507,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 73,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 3,016,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 161,418,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint, committing to a 52.8% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, based on a 2018 baseline. Additionally, Benesse aims for a 14.8% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions by the same year. In 2022, Benesse's total emissions were approximately 194,558,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 75,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 4,502,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 189,981,000 kg CO2e. The company has shown a commitment to sustainability through these targets, which align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to support global efforts to limit temperature rise to 1.5°C. Benesse's emissions data is sourced from Benesse Holdings, Inc., reflecting a corporate family relationship. The company is actively working towards these reduction goals, demonstrating a proactive approach to climate commitments in the education services sector.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 88,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 2 | 5,929,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 229,000 | 000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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