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NGK Insulators Ltd

Common Name
NGK Insulators
Country
Japan
Sector
Industrials
Industry
Specialty Industrial Machinery
Employees
19,931
Ticker
5333
Exchange
TOKYO STOCK EXCHANGE
Description
NGK Insulators, Ltd. is a Japanese company specializing in the production of a wide range of ceramic-based technology solutions. Its primary function is to manufacture insulators for electrical transm...

NGK Insulators's GHG Emissions Data Preview

In 2024, NGK Insulators 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).

NGK Insulators has also provided a category-level breakdown for 9 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 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M)
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a. NGK Insulators's Sustainability Report 2025
a. NGK Insulators's Sustainability Report 2025
b. NGK Insulators's Sustainability Report 2024
b. NGK Insulators's Sustainability Report 2024

Insights into NGK Insulators's Operational Emissions

In 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions ofNGK Insulators amounted to570,000metric 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 NGK Insulatorsdecreased by 3.39%, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its operations.a

NGK Insulators's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time

201920202021202220232024080 k160 k240 k320 ktCO2e-16%+19%-10%-4%-11%
  • Total Scope 1
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are NGK Insulators's Scope 1 emissions?

In 2024, the total Scope 1 emissions of NGK Insulators were 240,000 metric tons of COâ‚‚ equivalent (tCOâ‚‚e).a

Has NGK Insulators reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?

Since 2019, NGK Insulators's Scope 1 emissions have decreased by 22.58%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time.ab

Compared to the previous year(2023), NGK Insulators's Scope 1 emissions decreased by 11.11%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower direct emissions from assets it owns or controls.a

What are NGK Insulators's Scope 2 emissions?

In 2024, NGK Insulators reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 330,000 tCOâ‚‚e without specifying the calculation method.a

Has NGK Insulators reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?

Since 2019, NGK Insulators's Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions (Unspecified Calculation Method)have decreased by 41.07%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 2 emissions over time.ab

Compared to the previous year(2023), NGK Insulators's Scope 2 emissions(Unspecified Calculation Method) have remained relatively stable, indicating that NGK Insulators's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint.a

What methodology does NGK Insulators use for Scope 2 reporting?

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

NGK Insulators's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time

2019202020212022202320240150 k300 k450 k600 ktCO2e
  • Total Scope 2 (Unspecified Calculation Method)

Insights into NGK Insulators's Value Chain Emissions

In 2024, NGK Insulators reported 3,753,000 metric tons of COâ‚‚ equivalent (tCOâ‚‚e) of Scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, representing indirect emissions across its upstream and downstream value chain.a

The 2024 disclosure of NGK Insulators includes a breakdown across 9of 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

NGK Insulators's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time

2019202020212022202320240950 k1.9 M2.85 M3.8 MtCO2e-9%+286%+2%-7%+15%
  • Total Scope 3
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are NGK Insulators's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2024, NGK Insulators reported total Scope 3 emissions of 3,753,000 metric tons of COâ‚‚ equivalent (tCOâ‚‚e).a

Approximately 63.36%of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 36.64%came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment.a

Has NGK Insulators reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?

Since 2019, NGK Insulators's Scope 3 emissionshave increased by 284.14%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 3 emissions over time.ab

Compared to the previous year (2023), NGK Insulators's Scope 3 emissions increased by 14.77%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions across its value chain.a

What categories of Scope 3 emissions does NGK Insulators disclose?

In 2024, NGK Insulators reported emissions for 9 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol.a

This partial disclosure allows for some insight into the company's indirect impacts.

What are the main sources of NGK Insulators's Scope 3 emissions?

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

  • Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 2,018,000 tCOâ‚‚e(53.77%)
  • Use of Sold Products (Cat. 11): 1,372,000 tCOâ‚‚e(36.56%)
  • Capital Goods (Cat. 2): 164,000 tCOâ‚‚e(4.37%)

NGK Insulators's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories

Use of Sold Products(Cat. 11)(36.6%)Capital Goods(Cat. 2)(4.4%)Purchased Goods andServices (Cat. 1)(53.8%)

Insights into NGK Insulators’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers

In 2024, NGK Insulators reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 240,000 tCOâ‚‚e and total revenues of USD 3,823 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 62.78 tCOâ‚‚e per millions USD.a

NGK Insulators's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers

5050010,000100,0001,000,000Scope 1 Emissions (tCO2e)1005002,00020,000100,000Revenues (Millions of USD)HDTYamazenYear: 2024Scope 1: 6,635 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,347Scope 1 Intensity: 1.98 tCO2e/$MHHHarmonic Drive SystemsYear: 2024Scope 1: 199 tCO2eRevenue: $M 368Scope 1 Intensity: 0.54 tCO2e/$MMeidenshaYear: 2024Scope 1: 19,834 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,901Scope 1 Intensity: 10.43 tCO2e/$MMiuraYear: 2024Scope 1: 3,198 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,055Scope 1 Intensity: 3.03 tCO2e/$MNabtescoYear: 2024Scope 1: 4,173 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,060Scope 1 Intensity: 2.03 tCO2e/$MKawasaki Heavy IndustriesYear: 2024Scope 1: 142,390 tCO2eRevenue: $M 12,211Scope 1 Intensity: 11.66 tCO2e/$MUlvacYear: 2025Scope 1: 5,884 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,744Scope 1 Intensity: 3.37 tCO2e/$MJapan Steel WorksYear: 2023Scope 1: 61,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,792Scope 1 Intensity: 34.04 tCO2e/$MOkumaYear: 2023Scope 1: 7,300 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,709Scope 1 Intensity: 4.27 tCO2e/$MDDDai-DanYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,739 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,304Scope 1 Intensity: 1.33 tCO2e/$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: 2024Scope 1: 3,954 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,921Scope 1 Intensity: 2.06 tCO2e/$MYokogawa ElectricYear: 2024Scope 1: 12,141 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,567Scope 1 Intensity: 3.40 tCO2e/$MMakino Milling MachineYear: 2023Scope 1: 5,467 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,712Scope 1 Intensity: 3.19 tCO2e/$MSMCYear: 2023Scope 1: 50,507 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,192Scope 1 Intensity: 8.16 tCO2e/$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: $M 31,553Scope 1 Intensity: 4.12 tCO2e/$MTTTsubakimoto ChainYear: 2024Scope 1: 21,686 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,762Scope 1 Intensity: 12.31 tCO2e/$MUshioYear: 2024Scope 1: 3,446 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,185Scope 1 Intensity: 2.91 tCO2e/$MSumitomo Heavy IndustriesYear: 2024Scope 1: 31,601 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,823Scope 1 Intensity: 4.63 tCO2e/$MIHIYear: 2024Scope 1: 57,951 tCO2eRevenue: $M 8,733Scope 1 Intensity: 6.64 tCO2e/$MFanucYear: 2024Scope 1: 56,266 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,251Scope 1 Intensity: 10.71 tCO2e/$MNGK InsulatorsYear: 2024Scope 1: 240,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,823Scope 1 Intensity: 62.78 tCO2e/$M

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

In 2024, NGK Insulators reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 62.78 tCOâ‚‚e 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.a

Where does NGK Insulators rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?

In 2024, NGK Insulators ranked 26 out of 25 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCOâ‚‚e per millions USD).a

This places NGK Insulators among the least efficient performers, with one of the highest emissions intensities in its sector.a

Insights into NGK Insulators's Total Carbon Footprint

In 2024, NGK Insulators reported a total carbon footprint of 4,323,000 metric tons of COâ‚‚ equivalent (tCOâ‚‚e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 11.99% increase compared to 2023, suggesting a rise in emissions across its operations or value chain.a

The largest contributor to NGK Insulators's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 86.81% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 2 emissions at 7.63%.a

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