Lixil Corporation, a leading global player in the building materials and housing equipment industry, is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. Founded in 2011 through the merger of several prominent companies, Lixil has rapidly established itself as a key innovator in the market, focusing on sustainable living solutions and advanced technology. The company operates extensively across Asia, Europe, and North America, offering a diverse range of products, including bathroom fixtures, kitchen systems, and housing materials. Lixil is renowned for its commitment to quality and design, exemplified by its flagship brands such as INAX and GROHE. With a strong emphasis on sustainability, Lixil has achieved notable milestones, including recognition for its eco-friendly initiatives and cutting-edge product designs, solidifying its position as a market leader in the global construction and home improvement sectors.
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In 2025, LIXIL Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 602,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 331,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 270,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. The previous year, 2024, saw emissions of about 740,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 425,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 315,000,000 kg CO2e. In 2023, LIXIL's total emissions were approximately 793,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 452,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 341,000,000 kg CO2e, and a significant Scope 3 contribution of about 7,786,000,000 kg CO2e. LIXIL has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by FY2050. Near-term targets include a 50.4% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by FY2031 from a FY2019 baseline, and a 30% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. The company has achieved a 46.9% reduction in CO2 emissions and a 42.8% reduction in emission intensity per unit of output from FY2019 to FY2023. LIXIL's climate strategy is aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which validates its targets as consistent with limiting global warming to 1.5°C. The company is committed to enhancing energy efficiency and increasing the use of renewable energy to meet these goals.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 546,000,000 | 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 | 600,000,000 | 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 3 | 5,361,000,000 | 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 | - | - |
Lixil's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 4% last year and increased by approximately 45% since 2016, 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 46% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
Lixil 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.
