Ushio Sustainability Profile
Ushio Inc., a leading provider in the lighting and imaging industry, is headquartered in Japan (JP) and operates extensively across Asia, Europe, and North America. Founded in 1964, Ushio has established itself as a pioneer in the development of high-quality light sources and related technologies, achieving significant milestones in innovation and sustainability. The company specialises in a diverse range of products, including high-intensity discharge lamps, UV curing systems, and advanced projection lamps. Ushio's commitment to quality and performance sets its offerings apart in a competitive market. With a strong focus on research and development, Ushio has garnered a reputation for excellence, positioning itself as a trusted partner for various industries, including entertainment, healthcare, and manufacturing.
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Ushio's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Ushio Inc. reported total emissions of approximately 34,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 2,369,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 12,168,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. Notably, no Scope 3 emissions data was disclosed for the Japan region. Globally, the company reported 3,445,000 kg CO2e in Scope 1, 28,354,000 kg CO2e in Scope 2, and a significant 7,965,055,000 kg CO2e in Scope 3 emissions. Ushio has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 55% by FY2030 from a FY2017 baseline. Additionally, the company targets a 48.3% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from the use of sold products within the same timeframe. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are classified as consistent with the reductions required to limit global warming to 1.5°C. The company's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that these figures are independently reported by Ushio Inc. As part of its ongoing commitment to sustainability, Ushio continues to monitor and report its emissions, striving for significant reductions in the coming years.
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| 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Ushio'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.
Ushio 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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