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Headquartered in Japan, Sojitz Corporation, often simply referred to as Sojitz, is a prominent global trading company operating across a diverse range of industries. Founded in 2004 through the merger of Nichimen Corporation and Nissho Iwai Corporation, Sojitz boasts a rich heritage in international trade and investment.
Specialising primarily as a diversified general trading company within the "Other Miscellaneous Durable Goods Merchant Wholesalers" sector, Sojitz’s expansive business portfolio encompasses everything from aerospace and medical infrastructure to agricultural products and energy. Their unique strength lies in their ability to integrate global supply chains and foster strategic partnerships across numerous sectors.
Sojitz leverages its extensive network and deep industry expertise to create new business ventures and facilitate trade worldwide. This comprehensive approach, combined with a commitment to sustainable growth, positions Sojitz as a key player in international commerce.
-7 vs industry average
Sojitz’s score of 56 is lower than 42% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Other Miscellaneous Durable Goods Merchant Wholesalers has below-average carbon intensity
The Other Miscellaneous Durable Goods Merchant Wholesalers industry has reduced its overall emissions by 38% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Sojitz, headquartered in Japan, reported its total carbon emissions for 2025 as approximately 19.3 billion kg CO2e. This includes about 580.9 million kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 218.4 million kg CO2e from Scope 2 (location-based), and approximately 18.5 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. A significant portion of its Scope 3 emissions comes from the use of sold products (about 17 billion kg CO2e) and investments (about 1.7 billion kg CO2e).
Looking back, in 2024, Sojitz's Scope 1 emissions were approximately 532.2 million kg CO2e, and Scope 2 (market-based) emissions were about 204.5 million kg CO2e. In 2023, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 577.5 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions were about 204.5 million kg CO2e.
Sojitz is committed to reducing its environmental impact. It aims to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050 for Scope 1 and Scope 2. More immediately, Sojitz has a near-term target to reduce its total Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 60% by 2030, using the 2020 financial year as a baseline. Additionally, Sojitz has set a goal to reduce its thermal coal assets to zero by 2030, with a further long-term target of achieving zero thermal coal assets by 2050, referencing 2018 as the benchmark year for these specific Scope 1 and 2 related targets.
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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