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Kokuyo Co Ltd

Common Name
Kokuyo
Country
Japan
Sector
Industrials
Industry
Business Equipment & Supplies
Employees
8,079
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 2024, 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.

Metric (tCO2e)2024202320222021-2019
Total Scope 1
6,725.23a
6,721.29a
7,352.85a
Total Scope 2
Unspecified Calculation Method
18,437.98a
23,369.79a
29,260.64a
Total Scope 3
1,146,363.79a
1,232,638.58a
1,235,100.63a
Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M)
3.116a
2.8915a
3.2476a
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a. Kokuyo's Sustainability Report 2025
b. Kokuyo's Integrated Report 2022

Insights into Kokuyo's Operational Emissions

In 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Kokuyo amounted to 25,163.21 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 Kokuyo decreased by 16.38%, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its operations.a

Kokuyo's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time

20192020202120222023202402.5 k5 k7.5 k10 ktCO2e-28%+7%+4%-9%0%
  • Total Scope 1
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Kokuyo's Scope 1 emissions?

In 2024, the total Scope 1 emissions of Kokuyo were 6,725.23 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a

Has Kokuyo reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?

Since 2019, Kokuyo's Scope 1 emissions have decreased by 26.38%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time.ab

Compared to the previous year (2023), Kokuyo's Scope 1 emissions remained relatively stable, indicating that Kokuyo's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its operational footprint.a

What are Kokuyo's Scope 2 emissions?

In 2024, Kokuyo reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 18,437.98 tCO₂e without specifying the calculation method.a

Has Kokuyo reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?

Since 2019, Kokuyo's Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions (Unspecified Calculation Method) have decreased by 42.61%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 2 emissions over time.ab

Compared to the previous year (2023), Kokuyo's Scope 2 emissions (Unspecified Calculation Method) fell by 21.1% 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 Kokuyo use for Scope 2 reporting?

In 2024, Kokuyo reported its Scope 2 emissions using an unspecified methodology.a

Kokuyo's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time

20192020202120222023202408.5 k17 k25.5 k34 ktCO2e
  • Total Scope 2 (Unspecified Calculation Method)

Insights into Kokuyo's Value Chain Emissions

In 2024, Kokuyo reported 1,146,363.79 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 Kokuyo includes a breakdown across 12 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

Kokuyo's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time

2019202020212022202320240350 k700 k1.05 M1.4 MtCO2e-12%-3%+150%0%-7%
  • Total Scope 3
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Kokuyo's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2024, Kokuyo reported total Scope 3 emissions of 1,146,363.79 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a

Approximately 90.41% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 9.59% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment.a

Has Kokuyo reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?

Since 2019, Kokuyo's Scope 3 emissions have increased by 96.68%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 3 emissions over time.ab

Compared to the previous year (2023), 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

What categories of Scope 3 emissions does Kokuyo disclose?

In 2024, 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 2024, the largest contributors to Kokuyo's Scope 3 emissions were:a

  • Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 968,219.51 tCO₂e (84.46%)
  • End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products (Cat. 12): 90,432.07 tCO₂e (7.89%)
  • Upstream Transportation and Distribution (Cat. 4): 29,841.34 tCO₂e (2.6%)

Kokuyo's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories

Purchased Goods andServices (Cat. 1)(84.5%)End-of-LifeTreatment of SoldProducts (Cat. 12)(7.9%)UpstreamTransportation andDistribution(Cat. 4)(2.6%)

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

In 2024, Kokuyo reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 6,725.23 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 2,158 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 3.12 tCO₂e per millions USD.a

Kokuyo's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers

1005005,00050,000500,000Scope 1 Emissions (tCO2e)1005002,00010,00050,000Revenues (Millions of USD)MiuraYear: 2024Scope 1: 3,198 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,055Scope 1 Intensity: 3.03 tCO2e/$MSocionextYear: 2025Scope 1: 254 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,257Scope 1 Intensity: 0.20 tCO2e/$MNichiasYear: 2024Scope 1: 92,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,647Scope 1 Intensity: 55.87 tCO2e/$MKeikyuYear: 2024Scope 1: 65,012 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,853Scope 1 Intensity: 35.08 tCO2e/$MNabtescoYear: 2024Scope 1: 4,173 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,786Scope 1 Intensity: 2.34 tCO2e/$MMitsubishi LogisticsYear: 2024Scope 1: 15,368 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,681Scope 1 Intensity: 9.14 tCO2e/$MJapan Airport TerminalYear: 2024Scope 1: 18,125 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,437Scope 1 Intensity: 12.62 tCO2e/$MTHKYear: 2023Scope 1: 7,816 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,488Scope 1 Intensity: 3.14 tCO2e/$MKeioYear: 2024Scope 1: 81,145 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,699Scope 1 Intensity: 30.07 tCO2e/$MKamigumiYear: 2024Scope 1: 31,656 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,762Scope 1 Intensity: 17.97 tCO2e/$MTechnoPro HoldingsYear: 2024Scope 1: 297 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,364Scope 1 Intensity: 0.22 tCO2e/$MAmadaYear: 2024Scope 1: 6,336 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,664Scope 1 Intensity: 2.38 tCO2e/$MTakasago Thermal EngineeringYear: 2024Scope 1: 3,926 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,399Scope 1 Intensity: 1.64 tCO2e/$MMisumi GroupYear: 2023Scope 1: 6,182 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,801Scope 1 Intensity: 2.21 tCO2e/$MOdakyu Electric RailwayYear: 2024Scope 1: 73,283 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,706Scope 1 Intensity: 27.08 tCO2e/$MDoms IndustriesYear: 2025Scope 1: 402 tCO2eRevenue: $M 223Scope 1 Intensity: 1.80 tCO2e/$MShanghai M&G StationeryYear: 2024Scope 1: 2,393 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,320Scope 1 Intensity: 0.72 tCO2e/$MItab GroupYear: 2025Scope 1: 16,794 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,389Scope 1 Intensity: 12.09 tCO2e/$MGRG Banking EquipmentYear: 2024Scope 1: 338 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,489Scope 1 Intensity: 0.23 tCO2e/$MCanon Marketing JapanYear: 2024Scope 1: 5,451 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,165Scope 1 Intensity: 1.31 tCO2e/$MBrother IndustriesYear: 2024Scope 1: 17,850 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,434Scope 1 Intensity: 3.28 tCO2e/$MRicohYear: 2024Scope 1: 97,800 tCO2eRevenue: $M 15,511Scope 1 Intensity: 6.31 tCO2e/$MKonica MinoltaYear: 2024Scope 1: 148,364 tCO2eRevenue: $M 7,314Scope 1 Intensity: 20.28 tCO2e/$MOkamuraYear: 2024Scope 1: 14,425 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,970Scope 1 Intensity: 7.32 tCO2e/$MKokuyoYear: 2024Scope 1: 6,725 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,158Scope 1 Intensity: 3.12 tCO2e/$M

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

In 2024, Kokuyo reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 3.12 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 3.21, 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 2024, Kokuyo ranked 12 out of 24 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 2024, Kokuyo reported a total carbon footprint of 1,171,527 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 7.22% decrease compared to 2023, indicating progress in reducing its overall greenhouse gas output.a

The largest contributor to Kokuyo's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 97.85% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 2 emissions at 1.57%.a

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