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H.U. Group Holdings Inc

Common Name
H.U. Group Holdings
Country
Japan
Sector
Healthcare
Industry
Diagnostics & Research
Employees
5,157
Ticker
4544
Exchange
Japan Exchange Group
Description
H.U. Group Holdings Inc. is a leading company in the healthcare and diagnostics sector, primarily focused on clinical testing, diagnostics, and related services. The company provides comprehensive lab...

H.U. Group Holdings's GHG Emissions Data Preview

In 2024, H.U. Group Holdings 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).

H.U. Group Holdings has also provided a category-level breakdown for 15 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.

Metric (tCO2e)2024202320222021-2019
Total Scope 1
7,367a
8,933a
14,020a
Total Scope 2
Unspecified Calculation Method
28,664a
32,486a
34,561a
Total Scope 3
270,047.411a
259,462.629a
329,040.951a
Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M)
4.7084a
4.5606a
6.2677a
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a. H.U. Group Holdings's ESG Data Spreadsheet 2024
b. H.U. Group Holdings's Integrated Report 2023

Insights into H.U. Group Holdings's Operational Emissions

In 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of H.U. Group Holdings amounted to 36,031 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).a

Compared to 2023, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of H.U. Group Holdings decreased by 13.01%, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its operations.a

H.U. Group Holdings's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time

20192020202120222023202404 k8 k12 k16 ktCO2e+18%+8%-2%-36%-18%
  • Total Scope 1
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are H.U. Group Holdings's Scope 1 emissions?

In 2024, the total Scope 1 emissions of H.U. Group Holdings were 7,367 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a

Has H.U. Group Holdings reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?

Since 2019, H.U. Group Holdings's Scope 1 emissions have decreased by 34%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time.ab

Compared to the previous year (2023), H.U. Group Holdings's Scope 1 emissions decreased by 17.53%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower direct emissions from assets it owns or controls.a

What are H.U. Group Holdings's Scope 2 emissions?

In 2024, H.U. Group Holdings reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 28,664 tCO₂e without specifying the calculation method.a

Has H.U. Group Holdings reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?

Since 2019, H.U. Group Holdings's Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions (Unspecified Calculation Method) have increased by 29.77%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 2 emissions over time.ab

Compared to the previous year (2023), H.U. Group Holdings's Scope 2 emissions (Unspecified Calculation Method) fell by 11.77% in 2024, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its energy consumption.a

What methodology does H.U. Group Holdings use for Scope 2 reporting?

In 2024, H.U. Group Holdings reported its Scope 2 emissions using an unspecified methodology.a

H.U. Group Holdings's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time

20192020202120222023202409 k18 k27 k36 ktCO2e
  • Total Scope 2 (Unspecified Calculation Method)

Insights into H.U. Group Holdings's Value Chain Emissions

In 2024, H.U. Group Holdings reported 270,047.411 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) of Scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, representing indirect emissions across its upstream and downstream value chain.a

The 2024 disclosure of H.U. Group Holdings includes a breakdown across 15 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, matching the level of disclosure in 2023, demonstrating consistent Scope 3 emissions reporting coverage year over year.a

H.U. Group Holdings's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time

201920202021202220232024095 k190 k285 k380 ktCO2e-29%+57%-11%-21%+4%
  • Total Scope 3
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are H.U. Group Holdings's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2024, H.U. Group Holdings reported total Scope 3 emissions of 270,047.411 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a

Approximately 95% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 5% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment.a

Has H.U. Group Holdings reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?

Since 2019, H.U. Group Holdings's Scope 3 emissions have decreased by 18.51%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 3 emissions over time.ab

Compared to the previous year (2023), H.U. Group Holdings's Scope 3 emissions remained relatively stable, indicating that H.U. Group Holdings's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its value chain footprint.a

What categories of Scope 3 emissions does H.U. Group Holdings disclose?

In 2024, H.U. Group Holdings reported emissions for 15 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol.a

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

What are the main sources of H.U. Group Holdings's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2024, the largest contributors to H.U. Group Holdings's Scope 3 emissions were:a

  • Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 169,124 tCO₂e (62.63%)
  • Capital Goods (Cat. 2): 68,757 tCO₂e (25.46%)
  • Employee Commuting (Cat. 7): 7,909 tCO₂e (2.93%)

H.U. Group Holdings's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories

Capital Goods(Cat. 2)(25.5%)Employee Commuting(Cat. 7)(2.9%)Purchased Goods andServices (Cat. 1)(62.6%)

Insights into H.U. Group Holdings’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers

In 2024, H.U. Group Holdings reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 7,367 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 1,565 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 4.71 tCO₂e per millions USD.a

H.U. Group Holdings's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers

501,00010,000100,0001,000,000Scope 1 Emissions (tCO2e)1005002,00020,000100,000Revenues (Millions of USD)Eurofins ScientificYear: 2025Scope 1: 62,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 8,578Scope 1 Intensity: 7.23 tCO2e/$MExact SciencesYear: 2024Scope 1: 12,121 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,759Scope 1 Intensity: 4.39 tCO2e/$MQuest DiagnosticsYear: 2024Scope 1: 111,724 tCO2eRevenue: $M 9,872Scope 1 Intensity: 11.32 tCO2e/$MMettler-toledo InternationalYear: 2024Scope 1: 27,797 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,872Scope 1 Intensity: 7.18 tCO2e/$MNateraYear: 2024Scope 1: 5,143 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,697Scope 1 Intensity: 3.03 tCO2e/$MIlluminaYear: 2024Scope 1: 18,836 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,372Scope 1 Intensity: 4.31 tCO2e/$MIQVIA HoldingsYear: 2023Scope 1: 8,221 tCO2eRevenue: $M 14,983Scope 1 Intensity: 0.55 tCO2e/$MWatersYear: 2023Scope 1: 12,660 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,956Scope 1 Intensity: 4.28 tCO2e/$MAgilent TechnologiesYear: 2024Scope 1: 29,698 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,510Scope 1 Intensity: 4.56 tCO2e/$MIDEXX LaboratoriesYear: 2024Scope 1: 18,461 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,898Scope 1 Intensity: 4.74 tCO2e/$MLonza GroupYear: 2025Scope 1: 317,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 8,243Scope 1 Intensity: 38.45 tCO2e/$MWuXi AppTecYear: 2024Scope 1: 66,472 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,377Scope 1 Intensity: 12.36 tCO2e/$MDanaherYear: 2024Scope 1: 109,046 tCO2eRevenue: $M 23,875Scope 1 Intensity: 4.57 tCO2e/$MThermo Fisher ScientificYear: 2024Scope 1: 315,843 tCO2eRevenue: $M 42,879Scope 1 Intensity: 7.37 tCO2e/$MLumibirdYear: 2025Scope 1: 586 tCO2eRevenue: $M 265Scope 1 Intensity: 2.21 tCO2e/$MVimian GroupYear: 2025Scope 1: 550 tCO2eRevenue: $M 504Scope 1 Intensity: 1.09 tCO2e/$MSyngene InternationalYear: 2025Scope 1: 6,637 tCO2eRevenue: $M 426Scope 1 Intensity: 15.57 tCO2e/$MSotera HealthYear: 2023Scope 1: 39,206 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,049Scope 1 Intensity: 37.36 tCO2e/$MDiaSorinYear: 2025Scope 1: 4,184 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,405Scope 1 Intensity: 2.98 tCO2e/$MHangzhou Tigermed ConsultingYear: 2024Scope 1: 210 tCO2eRevenue: $M 905Scope 1 Intensity: 0.23 tCO2e/$MQiagenYear: 2024Scope 1: 11,378 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,673Scope 1 Intensity: 6.80 tCO2e/$MGuardant HealthYear: 2023Scope 1: 1,659 tCO2eRevenue: $M 564Scope 1 Intensity: 2.94 tCO2e/$MFleuryYear: 2024Scope 1: 9,607 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,244Scope 1 Intensity: 7.72 tCO2e/$MKingMed DiagnosticsYear: 2024Scope 1: 5,646 tCO2eRevenue: $M 985Scope 1 Intensity: 5.73 tCO2e/$MH.U. Group HoldingsYear: 2024Scope 1: 7,367 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,565Scope 1 Intensity: 4.71 tCO2e/$M

How does H.U. Group Holdings's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?

In 2024, H.U. Group Holdings reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 4.71 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 4.65, this places the company above its industry benchmark, indicating it is less carbon-efficient than most competitors.a

Where does H.U. Group Holdings rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?

In 2024, H.U. Group Holdings ranked 13 out of 24 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD).a

H.U. Group Holdings is therefore positioned in the mid-range of its industry, neither a clear leader nor a laggard in carbon efficiency.a

Insights into H.U. Group Holdings's Total Carbon Footprint

In 2024, H.U. Group Holdings reported a total carbon footprint of 306,078.411 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 1.73% increase compared to 2023, suggesting a rise in emissions across its operations or value chain.a

The largest contributor to H.U. Group Holdings's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 88.23% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 2 emissions at 9.36%.a

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