Hamamatsu Photonics KK

Country
Japan
Sector
Technology
Industry
Electronic Components
Employees
6,395
Ticker
6965
Exchange
TOKYO STOCK EXCHANGE
Description
Hamamatsu Photonics K.K. is a renowned Japanese company that specializes in the development and manufacture of photonic devices and systems. Driven by a commitment to photon management, its products s...

Hamamatsu Photonics KK's GHG Emissions Data Preview

In 2023, Hamamatsu Photonics KK completed a corporate carbon footprint assessment and publicly disclosed its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions according to the GHG Protocol, covering Scope 1 (direct emissions from owned or controlled sources), Scope 2 (indirect emissions from purchased energy), and Scope 3 (indirect emissions across the value chain).

Hamamatsu Photonics KK has also provided a category-level breakdown for 10 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.

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Insights into Hamamatsu Photonics KK's Operational Emissions

In 2023, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Hamamatsu Photonics KK amounted to 8,970 metric tons of CO2 equivalent. This figure includes both direct emissions from owned or controlled sources (Scope 1) and indirect emissions from purchased energy (Scope 2).

Compared to 2022, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Hamamatsu Photonics KK decreased by 84.4%, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its operations.

Hamamatsu Photonics KK's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time

20182019202020212022202303.5 k7 k10.5 k14 ktCO2e0%-3%-2%-11%-37%
  • Total Scope 1
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Hamamatsu Photonics KK's Scope 1 emissions?

In 2023, the total Scope 1 emissions of Hamamatsu Photonics KK were 7,130 metric tons of COâ‚‚ equivalent (tCOâ‚‚e).

Has Hamamatsu Photonics KK reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?

Since 2018, Hamamatsu Photonics KK's Scope 1 emissions have decreased by 45.72%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time.

Compared to the previous year (2022), Hamamatsu Photonics KK's Scope 1 emissions decreased by 36.53%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower direct emissions from assets it owns or controls.

What are Hamamatsu Photonics KK's Scope 2 emissions?

In 2023, Hamamatsu Photonics KK reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 1,840 tCOâ‚‚e without specifying the calculation method.

Has Hamamatsu Photonics KK reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?

Since 2018, Hamamatsu Photonics KK's Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions (Unspecified Calculation Method) have decreased by 96.57%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 2 emissions over time.

Compared to the previous year (2022), Hamamatsu Photonics KK's Scope 2 emissions (Unspecified Calculation Method) fell by 96.02% in 2023, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its energy consumption.

What methodology does Hamamatsu Photonics KK use for Scope 2 reporting?

In 2023, Hamamatsu Photonics KK reported its Scope 2 emissions using an unspecified methodology.

Hamamatsu Photonics KK's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time

201820192020202120222023015 k30 k45 k60 ktCO2e
  • Total Scope 2 (Unspecified Calculation Method)

Insights into Hamamatsu Photonics KK's Value Chain Emissions

In 2023, Hamamatsu Photonics KK reported 707,115 metric tons of COâ‚‚ equivalent (tCOâ‚‚e) of Scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, representing indirect emissions across its upstream and downstream value chain.

The 2023 disclosure of Hamamatsu Photonics KK includes a breakdown across 10 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, matching the level of disclosure in 2022, demonstrating consistent Scope 3 emissions reporting coverage year over year.

Hamamatsu Photonics KK's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time

2021202220230200 k400 k600 k800 ktCO2e+26%+3%
  • Total Scope 3
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Hamamatsu Photonics KK's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2023, Hamamatsu Photonics KK reported total Scope 3 emissions of 707,115 metric tons of COâ‚‚ equivalent (tCOâ‚‚e).

Approximately 81.46% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 18.54% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment.

Compared to the previous year (2022), Hamamatsu Photonics KK's Scope 3 emissions remained relatively stable, indicating that Hamamatsu Photonics KK 's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its value chain footprint.

What categories of Scope 3 emissions does Hamamatsu Photonics KK disclose?

In 2023, Hamamatsu Photonics KK reported emissions for 10 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol.

This reflects a high level of granularity and transparency in the company's emissions reporting.

What are the main sources of Hamamatsu Photonics KK's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2023, the largest contributors to Hamamatsu Photonics KK's Scope 3 emissions were:

  • Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 404,124 tCOâ‚‚e (57.15%)
  • Capital Goods (Cat. 2): 145,335 tCOâ‚‚e (20.55%)
  • Use of Sold Products (Cat. 11): 124,392 tCOâ‚‚e (17.59%)

Hamamatsu Photonics KK's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories

Capital Goods(Cat. 2)(20.6%)Use of Sold Products(Cat. 11)(17.6%)Purchased Goods andServices (Cat. 1)(57.2%)

Insights into Hamamatsu Photonics KK's Total Carbon Footprint

In 2023, Hamamatsu Photonics KK reported a total carbon footprint of 716,085 metric tons of COâ‚‚ equivalent (tCOâ‚‚e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 3.68% decrease compared to 2022, indicating progress in reducing its overall greenhouse gas output.

The largest contributor to Hamamatsu Photonics KK's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 98.75% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 1 emissions at 1%.