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.
+6 vs industry average
Yakult Honsha’s score of 36 is higher than 54% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Beverage Manufacturing has typical carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Beverage Manufacturing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 34% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Yakult Honsha's reported carbon emissions
Yakult Honsha, a Japanese beverage company, is actively engaged in reducing its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. For the fiscal year 2024, the company reported total emissions of approximately 1.78 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for about 1.39 billion kg CO2e.
Yakult Honsha has established several ambitious climate commitments. They are committed to reducing absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions by 42% by the fiscal year 2030, using the fiscal year 2022 as a baseline. Furthermore, they aim to reduce absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 25% within the same timeframe. This commitment aligns with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and is consistent with keeping global warming to 1.5°C.
In addition to these near-term targets, Yakult Honsha has also made commitments concerning deforestation. They aim to achieve no deforestation across their primary deforestation-linked commodities by the end of December 2025. The company is also working towards carbon neutrality in specific areas: "monozukuri" (manufacturing), "mobility products (electrification)," and "energy utilisation" by 2035.
Previously, Yakult Honsha had a target to reduce GHG emissions in Japan (Scope 1 and 2) by 10% by the end of fiscal year 2024, compared to fiscal year 2018 levels. They also had a target to reduce Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 27.5% by fiscal year 2030, compared to fiscal year 2019.
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Yakult Honsha’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2 goals2035
2035 年までに「モノづくり」「モビリティ製品(電動化)」「エネルギー利用」の 3 領域でカーボンニュートラルを目指す…
2035 年までに「モノづくり」「モビリティ製品(電動化)」「エネルギー利用」の 3 領域でカーボンニュートラルを目指すと公表した。
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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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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