Japan Steel Works Ltd

Common Name
Japan Steel Works
Country
Japan
Sector
Industrials
Industry
Specialty Industrial Machinery
Employees
5,283
Ticker
5631
Exchange
TOKYO STOCK EXCHANGE
Description
Japan Steel Works Ltd. is a prominent industrial company based in Japan that specializes in manufacturing and engineering steel castings and forgings. It plays a crucial role in the production of high...

Japan Steel Works's GHG Emissions Data Preview

In 2025, Japan Steel Works completed a corporate carbon footprint assessment and publicly disclosed its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions according to the GHG Protocol, covering Scope 3 (indirect emissions across the value chain).

Japan Steel Works has also provided a category-level breakdown for 11 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.

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Verified Sources Behind Japan Steel Works’s Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions Data

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a. Japan Steel Works's Webpage captured from company’s website 2025
a. Japan Steel Works's Webpage captured from company’s website 2025
b. Japan Steel Works's ESG Data Spreadsheet 2024
b. Japan Steel Works's ESG Data Spreadsheet 2024
c. Japan Steel Works's Webpage captured from company’s website 2023
c. Japan Steel Works's Webpage captured from company’s website 2023

Insights into Japan Steel Works's Operational Emissions

No operational GHG emissions data disclosed for Japan Steel Works in 2025.

Insights into Japan Steel Works's Value Chain Emissions

In 2025, Japan Steel Works reported 3,929,000 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 2025 disclosure of Japan Steel Works includes a breakdown across 11 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, matching the level of disclosure in 2024, demonstrating consistent Scope 3 emissions reporting coverage year over year. a

Japan Steel Works's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time

20232024202501.5 M3 M4.5 M6 MtCO2e-1%-7%
  • Total Scope 3
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Japan Steel Works's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2025, Japan Steel Works reported total Scope 3 emissions of 3,929,000 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a

Approximately 16.14% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 83.86% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment. a

Compared to the previous year (2024), Japan Steel Works's Scope 3 emissions remained relatively stable, indicating that Japan Steel Works 's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its value chain footprint. a

What categories of Scope 3 emissions does Japan Steel Works disclose?

In 2025, Japan Steel Works reported emissions for 11 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 Japan Steel Works's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2025, the largest contributors to Japan Steel Works's Scope 3 emissions were: a

  • Use of Sold Products (Cat. 11): 3,293,000 tCO₂e (83.81%)
  • Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 523,000 tCO₂e (13.31%)
  • Capital Goods (Cat. 2): 51,000 tCO₂e (1.3%)

Japan Steel Works's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories

Capital Goods(Cat. 2)(1.3%)Use of Sold Products(Cat. 11)(83.8%)Purchased Goods andServices (Cat. 1)(13.3%)

Insights into Japan Steel Works’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers

In 2023, Japan Steel Works reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 61,000 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 1,792 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 34.04 tCO₂e per millions USD. b

Japan Steel Works's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers

501,00010,000100,0001,000,000Scope 1 Emissions (tCO2e)2001,0005,00020,000100,000Revenues (Millions of USD)HTHHHarmonic Drive SystemsYear: 2023Scope 1: 209 tCO2eRevenue: $M 537Scope 1 Intensity: 0.39 tCO2e/$MMiuraYear: 2024Scope 1: 3,198 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,055Scope 1 Intensity: 3.03 tCO2e/$MNabtescoYear: 2023Scope 1: 4,929 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,359Scope 1 Intensity: 2.09 tCO2e/$MKawasaki Heavy IndustriesYear: 2024Scope 1: 142,390 tCO2eRevenue: $M 12,211Scope 1 Intensity: 11.66 tCO2e/$MUlvacYear: 2023Scope 1: 6,397 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,572Scope 1 Intensity: 4.07 tCO2e/$MOkumaYear: 2023Scope 1: 7,300 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,709Scope 1 Intensity: 4.27 tCO2e/$MHoshizakiYear: 2024Scope 1: 2,192 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,838Scope 1 Intensity: 0.77 tCO2e/$MEbaraYear: 2024Scope 1: 71,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,520Scope 1 Intensity: 12.86 tCO2e/$MAzbilYear: 2023Scope 1: 4,329 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,090Scope 1 Intensity: 2.07 tCO2e/$MYokogawa ElectricYear: 2024Scope 1: 12,141 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,567Scope 1 Intensity: 3.40 tCO2e/$MMakitaYear: 2024Scope 1: 19,725 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,896Scope 1 Intensity: 4.03 tCO2e/$MMakino Milling MachineYear: 2023Scope 1: 5,467 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,712Scope 1 Intensity: 3.19 tCO2e/$MSMCYear: 2023Scope 1: 50,507 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,192Scope 1 Intensity: 8.16 tCO2e/$MNGK InsulatorsYear: 2023Scope 1: 270,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,198Scope 1 Intensity: 64.31 tCO2e/$MDaifukuYear: 2024Scope 1: 8,853 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,038Scope 1 Intensity: 2.19 tCO2e/$MNidecYear: 2023Scope 1: 269,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 16,838Scope 1 Intensity: 15.98 tCO2e/$MAmadaYear: 2024Scope 1: 6,336 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,664Scope 1 Intensity: 2.38 tCO2e/$MMitsubishi Heavy IndustriesYear: 2023Scope 1: 130,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 31,553Scope 1 Intensity: 4.12 tCO2e/$MUshioYear: 2023Scope 1: 3,539 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,314Scope 1 Intensity: 2.69 tCO2e/$MSumitomo Heavy IndustriesYear: 2023Scope 1: 36,272 tCO2eRevenue: $M 7,647Scope 1 Intensity: 4.74 tCO2e/$MIHIYear: 2024Scope 1: 57,951 tCO2eRevenue: $M 8,733Scope 1 Intensity: 6.64 tCO2e/$MFanucYear: 2024Scope 1: 56,266 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,251Scope 1 Intensity: 10.71 tCO2e/$MTHKYear: 2023Scope 1: 7,816 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,488Scope 1 Intensity: 3.14 tCO2e/$MYaskawa ElectricYear: 2023Scope 1: 7,021 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,078Scope 1 Intensity: 1.72 tCO2e/$MTTTokyo MetroYear: 2023Scope 1: 4,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,593Scope 1 Intensity: 1.54 tCO2e/$MJapan Steel WorksYear: 2023Scope 1: 61,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,792Scope 1 Intensity: 34.04 tCO2e/$M

How does Japan Steel Works's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?

In 2023, Japan Steel Works reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 34.04 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 3.4 , this places the company above its industry benchmark, indicating it is less carbon-efficient than most competitors. b

Where does Japan Steel Works rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?

In 2023, Japan Steel Works ranked 25 out of 25 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD). b

This places Japan Steel Works among the least efficient performers, with one of the highest emissions intensities in its sector. b

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