Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd., commonly known as Yamaha, is a leading Japanese manufacturer headquartered in Iwata, Japan. Established in 1953, the company has made significant strides in the automotive and marine industries, becoming a prominent player in the global market. Yamaha operates across various regions, including North America, Europe, and Asia, focusing on motorcycles, marine products, and power products. Renowned for its innovative engineering, Yamaha offers a diverse range of products, including motorcycles, outboard motors, and all-terrain vehicles. The company is celebrated for its commitment to quality and performance, setting it apart from competitors. With a strong market position, Yamaha has achieved numerous accolades, solidifying its reputation as a pioneer in the motor industry.
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In 2023, Yamaha Motor reported total carbon emissions of approximately 31,100,000,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions, which accounted for about 30,549,563,000 kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were approximately 144,959,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled around 257,699,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint, aiming for a 52% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by fiscal 2024 compared to 2010 levels. Furthermore, Yamaha Motor is committed to achieving carbon neutrality across its operations by 2035 for Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, and by 2050 for all scopes. Yamaha's long-term strategy includes a significant shift towards electric mobility, with plans for 90% of motorcycles to be electrified by 2050. The company also aims for a 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions, particularly focusing on emissions during the use phase of sold products. These initiatives are part of Yamaha's Medium-Term Management Plan, which underscores its commitment to sustainability and climate action.
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Scope 1 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Yamaha Motor is not participating in any 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.