Mitsubishi Sustainability Profile
Mitsubishi Corporation, a prominent player in the global market, is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan (JP). Founded in 1954, the company has established itself as a leader in various sectors, including automotive, machinery, and electronics. With a strong presence in Asia, Europe, and the Americas, Mitsubishi is renowned for its innovative products and services, particularly in the fields of elevators, escalators, and industrial machinery. The company’s commitment to quality and technological advancement has led to significant milestones, such as the development of energy-efficient systems that enhance urban infrastructure. Mitsubishi's core offerings, including advanced elevator solutions, are distinguished by their reliability and cutting-edge technology. As a result, Mitsubishi Corporation holds a notable position in the market, recognised for its contributions to sustainable development and urban mobility solutions.
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Mitsubishi's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Mitsubishi Corporation reported significant carbon emissions, totalling approximately 20,537,397,000 kg CO2e globally. This figure includes 20,537,397,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 1,543,626,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. Notably, the company has set ambitious targets to halve its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by FY2030, using FY2020 as a baseline. This commitment is part of a broader strategy to achieve net zero emissions by 2050. Regionally, emissions varied significantly. For instance, in Japan, Mitsubishi's Scope 1 emissions reached about 3,263,256,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions were approximately 703,199,000 kg CO2e. In the United States, Scope 1 emissions were reported at around 3,654,586,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 2 emissions at 127,293,000 kg CO2e. Other regions, such as India and Australia, also contributed substantial emissions, with Scope 1 emissions of approximately 87,787,000 kg CO2e and 3,515,956,000 kg CO2e, respectively. Mitsubishi's climate commitments include a target to reduce electricity-related Scope 2 emissions by about 50% by 2025. The company aims to transition to a 100% non-fossil power generation portfolio by 2050, reflecting its long-term vision for sustainability. These initiatives are part of Mitsubishi's Roadmap to a Carbon-Neutral Society, which outlines specific actions and timelines for reducing greenhouse gas emissions across all scopes. Overall, Mitsubishi Corporation is actively working towards significant emissions reductions, with a clear focus on achieving net zero emissions by 2050, while also addressing immediate reduction targets for the coming years.
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| 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 3,634,000,000 | 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 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,523,000,000 | 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 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 66,229,000 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000,000 |
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Mitsubishi's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Mitsubishi's Scope 3 emissions, which increased significantly last year and increased significantly since 2014, 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 "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 95% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Mitsubishi'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.
Mitsubishi 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.
