Softbank
SoftBank Group Corp., commonly known as SoftBank, is a leading multinational conglomerate headquartered in Tokyo, Japan (JP). Founded in 1981, the company has evolved into a powerhouse in the telecommunications and technology sectors, with significant operations across Asia, the United States, and Europe. SoftBank is renowned for its diverse portfolio, which includes mobile communications, internet services, and investment in technology firms through its Vision Fund. The company has achieved notable milestones, such as the acquisition of Sprint and significant stakes in companies like Alibaba and Uber, positioning itself as a key player in the global tech landscape. With a commitment to innovation and a unique approach to investment, SoftBank continues to shape the future of technology and telecommunications, solidifying its status as a market leader.
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Softbank's score of 66 is higher than 81% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Softbank's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, SoftBank Corp reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,809,613,000 kg CO2e in Great Britain, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 282,316,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 868,654,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and 1,658,643,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). Globally, the company’s emissions reached about 36,149,937,000 kg CO2e, comprising 4,243,190,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 8,681,251,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and 23,225,496,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). SoftBank has committed to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2030 under its Carbon-Neutral 2030 Declaration. This ambitious target encompasses reductions in emissions from both its own business processes and energy consumption, specifically addressing Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. The company has reiterated its commitment to this goal in multiple sustainability reports, including the latest for 2024. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, and all figures are reported directly by SoftBank Corp. The company is actively working towards its climate commitments, aiming to significantly reduce its carbon footprint in the coming years.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 15,416,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 605,513,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 3,121,487,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Softbank is participating in some of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
