Johnson Electric Sustainability Profile
Johnson Electric Holdings Limited, commonly known as Johnson Electric, is a leading global provider of motion subsystems and solutions, headquartered in Hong Kong. Founded in 1959, the company has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including Asia, Europe, and the Americas. Specialising in the design and manufacture of precision motors, actuators, and related components, Johnson Electric serves diverse industries such as automotive, industrial automation, and consumer electronics. Their innovative products are distinguished by advanced engineering and high reliability, positioning the company as a trusted partner for many renowned brands. With a commitment to quality and sustainability, Johnson Electric has achieved significant milestones, including numerous patents and awards for excellence in manufacturing. As a market leader, the company continues to drive technological advancements, ensuring it remains at the forefront of the motion control industry.
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Johnson Electric's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, Johnson Electric reported total carbon emissions of approximately 64,003,700 kg CO2e, comprising 31,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 33,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, with an additional 3,700 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions related to waste generated in operations. This marks a significant commitment to reducing emissions, with a target to cut absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 42% by 2030 from a FY20/21 baseline. The company has set ambitious long-term goals, committing to reduce absolute Scope 1 emissions by 59% and Scope 2 emissions by 65% by FY2034, using FY2022 as the base year. Additionally, Johnson Electric aims for a 35% reduction in Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect the company's commitment to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050 across all scopes. Johnson Electric's emissions data is sourced directly from its own reporting, with no cascaded data from parent organizations. The company is headquartered in Hong Kong and operates within the automobiles and components sector, demonstrating a proactive approach to climate action and sustainability.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 22,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 219,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 0,000 | 0,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000 | 0,000 |
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Johnson Electric's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Johnson Electric's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 3% last year and increased by approximately 9% since 2021, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Their carbon footprint includes supplier sustainability and value chain emissions data across Scope 3 categories, with "Waste Generated in Operations" representing nearly all of their reported Scope 3 footprint.
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Johnson 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.
Johnson 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.
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