NH Foods Ltd

Common Name
NH Foods
Country
Japan
Sector
Consumer Defensive
Industry
Packaged Foods
Employees
15,732
Ticker
2282
Exchange
TOKYO STOCK EXCHANGE
Description
Nh Foods Ltd. is a prominent player in the global food processing and distribution sector. Known for its comprehensive range of meat and food products, the company primarily focuses on the production ...

NH Foods's GHG Emissions Data Preview

In 2024, NH Foods 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).

NH Foods 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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Total Scope 2
Market-Based
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Total Scope 3
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Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M)
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a. NH Foods's ESG Data Spreadsheet 2025
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b. NH Foods's Sustainability Data Spreadsheet 2024
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c. NH Foods's ESG Data Spreadsheet 2023
c. NH Foods's ESG Data Spreadsheet 2023

Insights into NH Foods's Operational Emissions

In 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of NH Foods amounted to 748,000 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 NH Foods decreased by 0.4%, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its operations. a

NH Foods's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time

20182019202020212022202320240150 k300 k450 k600 ktCO2e-38%+62%+41%+2%-14%+2%
  • Total Scope 1
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are NH Foods's Scope 1 emissions?

In 2024, the total Scope 1 emissions of NH Foods were 437,000 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a

Has NH Foods reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?

Since 2018, NH Foods's Scope 1 emissions have increased by 25.57%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time. a c

Compared to the previous year (2023), NH Foods's Scope 1 emissions increased by 1.63%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions from its directly owned or controlled operations. a

What are NH Foods's Scope 2 emissions?

In 2024, NH Foods reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 230,000 tCO₂e using the market-based method and 311,000 tCO₂e using the location-based method. a

Has NH Foods reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?

Since 2018, NH Foods's Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions ( Location-Based) have remained relatively stable, indicating that NH Foods 's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint. a c

Compared to the previous year (2023), NH Foods's Scope 2 emissions (Location-Based) have remained relatively stable, indicating that NH Foods 's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint. a

What methodology does NH Foods use for Scope 2 reporting?

In 2024, NH Foods reported its Scope 2 emissions using the market-based method and using the location-based method. a

NH Foods's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time

2018201920202021202220232024090 k180 k270 k360 ktCO2e
  • Total Scope 2 Location-Based
  • Total Scope 2 Market-Based

Insights into NH Foods's Value Chain Emissions

In 2024, NH Foods reported 10,567,000 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 2024 disclosure of NH Foods includes a breakdown across 11 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, up from 10 in 2023, reflecting improved emissions accounting practices and greater transparency across the company's value chain a

NH Foods's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time

201820192020202120222023202403 M6 M9 M12 MtCO2e+2%-5%-1%-2%+2%+1%
  • Total Scope 3
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are NH Foods's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2024, NH Foods reported total Scope 3 emissions of 10,567,000 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a

Approximately 96.61% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 3.39% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment. a

Has NH Foods reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?

Since 2018, NH Foods's Scope 3 emissions have remained relatively stable, indicating that NH Foods 's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its value chain footprint. a c

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

What categories of Scope 3 emissions does NH Foods disclose?

In 2024, NH Foods 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 NH Foods's Scope 3 emissions?

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

  • Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 9,405,000 tCO₂e (89%)
  • Upstream Transportation and Distribution (Cat. 4): 595,000 tCO₂e (5.63%)
  • Use of Sold Products (Cat. 11): 161,000 tCO₂e (1.52%)

NH Foods's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories

UpstreamTransportation andDistribution(Cat. 4)(5.6%)Use of Sold Products(Cat. 11)(1.5%)Purchased Goods andServices (Cat. 1)(89.0%)

Insights into NH Foods’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers

In 2024, NH Foods reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 437,000 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 8,607 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 50.77 tCO₂e per millions USD. a

NH Foods's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers

5005,00020,000200,0002,000,000Scope 1 Emissions (tCO2e)2005002,0005,00020,000Revenues (Millions of USD)TIto EnYear: 2023Scope 1: 30,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,226Scope 1 Intensity: 9.30 tCO2e/$MItoham Yonekyu HoldingsYear: 2023Scope 1: 200,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,927Scope 1 Intensity: 28.87 tCO2e/$MUnicharmYear: 2024Scope 1: 30,100 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,299Scope 1 Intensity: 4.78 tCO2e/$MAjinomotoYear: 2024Scope 1: 675,022 tCO2eRevenue: $M 9,504Scope 1 Intensity: 71.03 tCO2e/$MKewpieYear: 2024Scope 1: 54,500 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,202Scope 1 Intensity: 17.02 tCO2e/$MKikkomanYear: 2024Scope 1: 99,900 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,364Scope 1 Intensity: 22.89 tCO2e/$MYamazaki BakingYear: 2023Scope 1: 382,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 8,312Scope 1 Intensity: 45.96 tCO2e/$MMorinaga & CoYear: 2024Scope 1: 25,345 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,409Scope 1 Intensity: 17.99 tCO2e/$MNissin Foods HoldingsYear: 2024Scope 1: 287,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,840Scope 1 Intensity: 59.30 tCO2e/$MKoseYear: 2024Scope 1: 5,458 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,056Scope 1 Intensity: 2.65 tCO2e/$MNichireiYear: 2025Scope 1: 86,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,682Scope 1 Intensity: 18.37 tCO2e/$MLionYear: 2023Scope 1: 63,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,848Scope 1 Intensity: 22.12 tCO2e/$MTTToyo Suisan KaishaYear: 2022Scope 1: 89,356 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,963Scope 1 Intensity: 30.16 tCO2e/$MYakult HonshaYear: 2022Scope 1: 258,112 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,402Scope 1 Intensity: 75.87 tCO2e/$MNisshin Seifun GroupYear: 2025Scope 1: 149,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,678Scope 1 Intensity: 26.24 tCO2e/$MPALTACYear: 2023Scope 1: 3,262 tCO2eRevenue: $M 8,290Scope 1 Intensity: 0.39 tCO2e/$MFuji OilYear: 2023Scope 1: 179,678 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,185Scope 1 Intensity: 42.94 tCO2e/$MKagomeYear: 2023Scope 1: 90,642 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,589Scope 1 Intensity: 57.04 tCO2e/$MPola Orbis HoldingsYear: 2023Scope 1: 2,201 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,225Scope 1 Intensity: 1.80 tCO2e/$MPigeonYear: 2023Scope 1: 2,903 tCO2eRevenue: $M 668Scope 1 Intensity: 4.35 tCO2e/$MMeiji HoldingsYear: 2024Scope 1: 209,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 7,300Scope 1 Intensity: 28.63 tCO2e/$MNissuiYear: 2024Scope 1: 213,648 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,490Scope 1 Intensity: 38.92 tCO2e/$MMorinaga Milk IndustryYear: 2023Scope 1: 188,177 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,946Scope 1 Intensity: 47.69 tCO2e/$MNH FoodsYear: 2024Scope 1: 437,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 8,607Scope 1 Intensity: 50.77 tCO2e/$M

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

In 2024, NH Foods reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 50.77 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 26.24 , this places the company above its industry benchmark, indicating it is less carbon-efficient than most competitors. a

Where does NH Foods rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?

In 2024, NH Foods ranked 20 out of 23 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD). a

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

Insights into NH Foods's Total Carbon Footprint

In 2024, NH Foods reported a total carbon footprint of 11,315,000 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 0.79% increase compared to 2023, suggesting a rise in emissions across its operations or value chain. a

The largest contributor to NH Foods's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 93.39% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 1 emissions at 3.86%. a

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