Idec Sustainability Profile
Idec Corporation, commonly referred to as Idec, is a leading provider of automation and control solutions, headquartered in Japan. Established in 1945, the company has made significant strides in the industrial automation sector, with a strong presence in Asia, Europe, and North America. Idec specialises in a range of products, including control devices, sensors, and human-machine interfaces, known for their reliability and innovative design. The company’s commitment to quality and customer satisfaction has positioned it as a trusted partner in various industries, from manufacturing to process control. With a focus on enhancing operational efficiency, Idec has achieved notable milestones, including advancements in smart factory technologies. Its dedication to research and development continues to drive its market position, making Idec a prominent player in the global automation landscape.
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Idec's score of 65 is higher than 80% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Idec's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Idec reported total carbon emissions of approximately 609,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 8,966,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. The company also disclosed significant Scope 3 emissions, including approximately 615,919,000 kg CO2e from the use of sold products and about 17,917,000 kg CO2e from the end-of-life treatment of sold products. Idec has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions to near zero by 2025. Additionally, the company plans to achieve a 30% reduction in Scope 1 emissions from 2020 levels by 2030 and a similar 30% reduction in Scope 2 emissions by the same year. Furthermore, Idec has established a broader target to reduce overall CO2 emissions by 24% by 2025 compared to 2020 levels. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, and all figures are directly reported by Idec Corporation. The company is actively working towards its sustainability goals, demonstrating a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint in line with industry standards.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,152,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 10,791,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Idec's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Idec's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 24% last year and decreased by approximately 24% since 2023, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 75% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Idec'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.
Idec has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
