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Yakult Honsha Co., Ltd., commonly known as Yakult, is a leading player in the beverages industry, headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. Founded in 1935, the company has established itself as a pioneer in probiotic drinks, primarily known for its flagship product, Yakult, a fermented milk beverage that promotes gut health.
With a strong presence in Asia, Europe, and the Americas, Yakult has achieved significant milestones, including the introduction of its products in over 40 countries. The company’s commitment to research and development has led to unique formulations that distinguish its offerings in the competitive beverage market. Renowned for its focus on health and wellness, Yakult continues to maintain a prominent market position, celebrated for its contributions to digestive health and overall well-being.
+3 vs industry average
Yakult Honsha’s score of 31 is higher than 51% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Beverage Manufacturing has above-average carbon intensity
The Beverage Manufacturing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 34% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Yakult Honsha Co., Ltd., a Japanese Beverages company, reported Scope 3 emissions of approximately 1.39 billion kg CO2e in 2024. For 2023, total reported emissions were around 1.87 billion kg CO2e, though specific scopes were not detailed. In 2022, total emissions were about 843.1 million kg CO2e, and in 2021, approximately 602.8 million kg CO2e. In 2019, the company disclosed Scope 1 emissions of approximately 20.2 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of about 32.2 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of roughly 303 million kg CO2e, with a total of approximately 325.6 million kg CO2e for that year.
Yakult Honsha has set ambitious climate commitments, with Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) validated targets. The company commits to reducing absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions by 42% by FY2030 from a FY2022 base year. Additionally, Yakult Honsha aims to reduce absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 25% within the same FY2022-FY2030 timeframe. These near-term targets are classified as consistent with keeping global warming to 1.5°C. The company also commits to no deforestation across its primary deforestation-linked commodities by December 31, 2025.
Earlier documented targets include a goal to reduce GHG emissions in Japan (Scope 1 and 2) by 10% by the end of fiscal 2024 compared to fiscal 2018 levels. Another target aims for a 27.5% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030, compared to 2019 levels.
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42% reduction in Scope 1
Yakult Honsha Co., Ltd. commits to reduce absolute scope 1 GHG emissions 42% by FY2030 from a FY2022 base year.
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42% reduction in Scope 2
Yakult Honsha Co., Ltd. commits to reduce absolute scope 2 GHG emissions 42% by FY2030 from a FY2022 base year.
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25% reduction in scope 3 total
Yakult Honsha Co., Ltd. also commits to reduce absolute scope 3 GHG emissions 25% within the same timeframe.
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