Kokuyo Co Ltd

Common Name
Kokuyo
Country
Japan
Sector
Industrials
Industry
Business Equipment & Supplies
Employees
7,647
Ticker
7984
Exchange
TOKYO STOCK EXCHANGE
Description
Kokuyo Co., Ltd. is a renowned Japanese company specializing in the manufacturing and distribution of office furniture, stationery, and related products. Established in 1905 and headquartered in Osaka...

Kokuyo's GHG Emissions Data Preview

In 2023, Kokuyo 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).

Kokuyo has also provided a category-level breakdown for 12 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.

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Total Scope 2
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Total Scope 3
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Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M)
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Verified Sources Behind Kokuyo’s Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions Data

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a. Kokuyo's Sustainability Report 2024
a. Kokuyo's Sustainability Report 2024
b. Kokuyo's Sustainability Report 2023
b. Kokuyo's Sustainability Report 2023
c. Kokuyo's Integrated Report 2022
c. Kokuyo's Integrated Report 2022

Insights into Kokuyo's Operational Emissions

In 2023, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Kokuyo amounted to 36,870 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 2022, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Kokuyo increased by ∞%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing its emissions from its core operations. a

Kokuyo's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time

2018201920202021202302.5 k5 k7.5 k10 ktCO2e-3%-18%+7%-5%
  • Total Scope 1
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Kokuyo's Scope 1 emissions?

In 2023, the total Scope 1 emissions of Kokuyo were 7,649 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a

Has Kokuyo reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?

Since 2018, Kokuyo's Scope 1 emissions have decreased by 18.52%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time. a c

What are Kokuyo's Scope 2 emissions?

In 2023, Kokuyo reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 29,221 tCO₂e without specifying the calculation method. a

Has Kokuyo reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?

Since 2018, Kokuyo's Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions ( Unspecified Calculation Method) have decreased by 18.48%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 2 emissions over time. a c

What methodology does Kokuyo use for Scope 2 reporting?

In 2023, Kokuyo reported its Scope 2 emissions using an unspecified methodology. a

Kokuyo's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time

2018201920202021202309 k18 k27 k36 ktCO2e
  • Total Scope 2 (Unspecified Calculation Method)

Insights into Kokuyo's Value Chain Emissions

In 2023, Kokuyo reported 1,285,763 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 2023 disclosure of Kokuyo includes a breakdown across 12 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. a

Kokuyo's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time

2018201920202021202220230350 k700 k1.05 M1.4 MtCO2e+15%-12%-3%+144%+7%
  • Total Scope 3
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Kokuyo's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2023, Kokuyo reported total Scope 3 emissions of 1,285,763 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a

Approximately 85.3% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 14.7% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment. a

Has Kokuyo reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?

Since 2018, Kokuyo's Scope 3 emissions have increased by 153.18%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 3 emissions over time. a c

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

What categories of Scope 3 emissions does Kokuyo disclose?

In 2023, Kokuyo reported emissions for 12 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 Kokuyo's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2023, the largest contributors to Kokuyo's Scope 3 emissions were: a

  • Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 1,011,674 tCO₂e (78.68%)
  • End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products (Cat. 12): 109,111 tCO₂e (8.49%)
  • Use of Sold Products (Cat. 11): 79,250 tCO₂e (6.16%)

Kokuyo's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories

End-of-LifeTreatment of SoldProducts (Cat. 12)(8.5%)Use of Sold Products(Cat. 11)(6.2%)Purchased Goods andServices (Cat. 1)(78.7%)

Insights into Kokuyo’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers

In 2023, Kokuyo reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 7,649 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 2,325 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 3.29 tCO₂e per millions USD. a

Kokuyo's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers

51002,00050,0001,000,000Scope 1 Emissions (tCO2e)2001,0002,00010,00050,000Revenues (Millions of USD)ECKBellsystem24 HoldingsYear: 2023Scope 1: 61 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,144Scope 1 Intensity: 0.05 tCO2e/$MNankai Electric RailwayYear: 2022Scope 1: 84,693 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,654Scope 1 Intensity: 51.21 tCO2e/$MMitsubishi LogisticsYear: 2024Scope 1: 15,368 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,681Scope 1 Intensity: 9.14 tCO2e/$MCanon Marketing JapanYear: 2024Scope 1: 5,451 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,165Scope 1 Intensity: 1.31 tCO2e/$MNichiasYear: 2023Scope 1: 108,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,788Scope 1 Intensity: 60.41 tCO2e/$MRicohYear: 2023Scope 1: 107,400 tCO2eRevenue: $M 16,022Scope 1 Intensity: 6.70 tCO2e/$MSanwa HoldingsYear: 2023Scope 1: 30,349 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,416Scope 1 Intensity: 6.87 tCO2e/$MDMG MoriYear: 2024Scope 1: 27,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,535Scope 1 Intensity: 7.64 tCO2e/$MKurita Water IndustriesYear: 2025Scope 1: 13,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,727Scope 1 Intensity: 4.77 tCO2e/$MAica KogyoYear: 2023Scope 1: 65,529 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,817Scope 1 Intensity: 36.06 tCO2e/$MHoshizakiYear: 2024Scope 1: 2,192 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,838Scope 1 Intensity: 0.77 tCO2e/$MSotetsu HoldingsYear: 2023Scope 1: 40,882 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,874Scope 1 Intensity: 21.81 tCO2e/$MEEEXEO GroupYear: 2023Scope 1: 60,600 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,712Scope 1 Intensity: 12.86 tCO2e/$MInfroneer HoldingsYear: 2023Scope 1: 209,146 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,344Scope 1 Intensity: 39.14 tCO2e/$MNGK InsulatorsYear: 2023Scope 1: 270,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,198Scope 1 Intensity: 64.31 tCO2e/$MCCComsys HoldingsYear: 2023Scope 1: 65,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,229Scope 1 Intensity: 15.37 tCO2e/$MAmadaYear: 2024Scope 1: 6,336 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,664Scope 1 Intensity: 2.38 tCO2e/$MKonica MinoltaYear: 2023Scope 1: 147,677 tCO2eRevenue: $M 8,486Scope 1 Intensity: 17.40 tCO2e/$MKKKeihan HoldingsYear: 2023Scope 1: 60,660 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,952Scope 1 Intensity: 31.07 tCO2e/$MTOTOYear: 2023Scope 1: 141,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,264Scope 1 Intensity: 26.79 tCO2e/$MDeNAYear: 2023Scope 1: 10 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,010Scope 1 Intensity: 0.01 tCO2e/$MSumitomo Heavy IndustriesYear: 2023Scope 1: 36,272 tCO2eRevenue: $M 7,647Scope 1 Intensity: 4.74 tCO2e/$MYaskawa ElectricYear: 2023Scope 1: 7,021 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,078Scope 1 Intensity: 1.72 tCO2e/$MBrother IndustriesYear: 2023Scope 1: 18,840 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,121Scope 1 Intensity: 3.08 tCO2e/$MTobu RailwayYear: 2023Scope 1: 129,255 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,615Scope 1 Intensity: 28.01 tCO2e/$MKokuyoYear: 2023Scope 1: 7,649 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,325Scope 1 Intensity: 3.29 tCO2e/$M

How does Kokuyo's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?

In 2023, Kokuyo reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 3.29 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 9.14 , this places the company below its industry benchmark, indicating it is more carbon-efficient than most competitors. a

Where does Kokuyo rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?

In 2023, Kokuyo ranked 8 out of 25 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD). a

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

Insights into Kokuyo's Total Carbon Footprint

In 2023, Kokuyo reported a total carbon footprint of 1,322,633 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 9.61% increase compared to 2022, suggesting a rise in emissions across its operations or value chain. a b

The largest contributor to Kokuyo's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 97.21% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 2 emissions at 2.21%. a

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