Canon Sustainability Profile
Canon Inc., headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, is a leading multinational corporation renowned for its imaging and optical products. Founded in 1937, Canon has evolved from a camera manufacturer to a global powerhouse in the imaging industry, with significant operations across Asia, Europe, and the Americas. The company is best known for its innovative range of cameras, printers, and imaging solutions, which are distinguished by their cutting-edge technology and user-friendly design. Canon's commitment to quality and sustainability has solidified its position as a market leader, with notable achievements including numerous awards for product excellence and a strong presence in both consumer and professional markets. With a focus on advancing imaging technology, Canon continues to shape the future of visual communication.
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Canon's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Canon reported total carbon emissions of approximately 8,104,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 198,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (market-based) at approximately 733,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching about 7,173,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 42% and Scope 3 emissions (categories 1 and 11) by 25% by 2030, using 2022 as the base year. These targets have been submitted for validation to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). In 2023, Canon's emissions in Japan were reported at approximately 812,651,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 5,664,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (market-based) at approximately 47,211,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalling around 744,900,000 kg CO2e. The global emissions for the same year were approximately 8,407,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 203,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at approximately 755,000,000 kg CO2e. Canon is committed to achieving net-zero CO2 emissions across all scopes by 2050, with ongoing initiatives aimed at reducing emissions throughout the product lifecycle. The company aims to reduce its Scope 1 emissions to near zero by 2025 and has set a target to reduce its carbon footprint by 28% by 2027 based on 2014 data. Overall, Canon's climate commitments reflect a strong alignment with global sustainability goals, demonstrating a proactive approach to managing and reducing carbon emissions.
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| 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 187,317,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 829,202,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Canon's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Canon's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 4% last year and increased by approximately 15% since 2017, 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 45% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Canon'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.
Canon 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.
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