Itochu Sustainability Profile
Itochu Corporation, a leading Japanese trading company, is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. Founded in 1858, Itochu has established itself as a key player in the general trading industry, with a diverse portfolio spanning textiles, machinery, chemicals, food, and more. The company operates extensively across Asia, North America, and Europe, leveraging its global network to facilitate trade and investment. Renowned for its innovative approach, Itochu offers unique products and services that cater to various sectors, including retail and logistics. The company has achieved notable milestones, such as expanding its sustainable business practices and enhancing its digital transformation initiatives. With a strong market position, Itochu continues to be recognised for its commitment to quality and excellence, making it a trusted partner in the global marketplace.
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Itochu's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, Itochu Corporation reported total global emissions of approximately 3,923,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 1,087,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at around 640,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions contributing approximately 2,196,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 40% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions from 2018 levels by 2030, and a significant 75% reduction by 2040. Additionally, Itochu has pledged to achieve net zero GHG emissions by 2050. In 2023, the company achieved a 50% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions compared to the fiscal year ending 2019, demonstrating progress towards its targets. For its Japanese operations, emissions per employee were reported at approximately 437 kg CO2e, while emissions per square metre of floor space were about 17 kg CO2e. Itochu's climate strategy includes participation in the GX League, a collaborative initiative aimed at promoting green transformation in Japan, and engagement in the Carbon Credit Market of the Tokyo Stock Exchange. The company’s commitments encompass all scopes of emissions, reflecting a comprehensive approach to sustainability and climate action.
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| 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 7,483,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | 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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Itochu's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Itochu's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 8% last year and decreased by approximately 8% since 2020, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 58% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Franchises" being the largest emissions source at 42% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Itochu'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.
Itochu 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.
