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NSK Ltd

Common Name
NSK
Country
Japan
Sector
Consumer Cyclical
Industry
Auto Parts
Employees
27,086
Ticker
6471
Exchange
TOKYO STOCK EXCHANGE
Description
NSK Ltd. is a prominent player in the mechanical components industry, primarily specializing in manufacturing and distributing bearings, precision machinery, and automotive products. The company plays...

NSK's GHG Emissions Data Preview

In 2024, NSK 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).

NSK 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 1
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Total Scope 2
Market-Based
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Location-Based
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Total Scope 3
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Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M)
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a. NSK's ESG Data Spreadsheet 2025
a. NSK's ESG Data Spreadsheet 2025
b. NSK's ESG Data Spreadsheet 2024
b. NSK's ESG Data Spreadsheet 2024

Insights into NSK's Operational Emissions

In 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions ofNSK amounted to679,000metric 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 NSKdecreased by 5.69%, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its operations.a

NSK's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time

201920202021202220232024035 k70 k105 k140 ktCO2e-9%+6%-16%-5%-3%
  • Total Scope 1
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are NSK's Scope 1 emissions?

In 2024, the total Scope 1 emissions of NSK were 99,000 metric tons of COâ‚‚ equivalent (tCOâ‚‚e).a

Has NSK reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?

Since 2019, NSK's Scope 1 emissions have decreased by 25%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time.ab

Compared to the previous year(2023), NSK's Scope 1 emissions decreased by 2.94%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower direct emissions from assets it owns or controls.a

What are NSK's Scope 2 emissions?

In 2024, NSK reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 316,000 tCOâ‚‚e using the market-based method and 580,000 tCOâ‚‚e using the location-based method.a

Has NSK reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?

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

What methodology does NSK use for Scope 2 reporting?

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

NSK's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time

2019202020212022202320240200 k400 k600 k800 ktCO2e
  • Total Scope 2 Location-Based
  • Total Scope 2 Market-Based

Insights into NSK's Value Chain Emissions

In 2024, NSK reported 2,050,000 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 NSK includes a breakdown across 12of 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

NSK's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time

2019202020212022202320240600 k1.2 M1.8 M2.4 MtCO2e-12%+14%-17%+22%-8%
  • Total Scope 3
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are NSK's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2024, NSK reported total Scope 3 emissions of 2,050,000 metric tons of COâ‚‚ equivalent (tCOâ‚‚e).a

Approximately 99.27%of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 0.73%came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment.a

Has NSK reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?

Since 2019, NSK's Scope 3 emissionshave remained relatively stable, indicating that NSK's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its value chain footprint.ab

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

What categories of Scope 3 emissions does NSK disclose?

In 2024, NSK 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 NSK's Scope 3 emissions?

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

  • Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 1,616,000 tCOâ‚‚e(78.83%)
  • Capital Goods (Cat. 2): 181,000 tCOâ‚‚e(8.83%)
  • Upstream Transportation and Distribution (Cat. 4): 139,000 tCOâ‚‚e(6.78%)

NSK's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories

Purchased Goods andServices (Cat. 1)(78.8%)UpstreamTransportation andDistribution(Cat. 4)(6.8%)Capital Goods(Cat. 2)(8.8%)

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

In 2024, NSK reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 99,000 tCOâ‚‚e and total revenues of USD 5,209 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 19.01 tCOâ‚‚e per millions USD.a

NSK's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers

2002,00050,000500,00010,000,000Scope 1 Emissions (tCO2e)1001,0005,00020,000100,000Revenues (Millions of USD)NNTYSSankyuYear: 2024Scope 1: 93,138 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,721Scope 1 Intensity: 25.03 tCO2e/$MAisinYear: 2025Scope 1: 491,009 tCO2eRevenue: $M 32,649Scope 1 Intensity: 15.04 tCO2e/$MNNNiterraYear: 2024Scope 1: 45,800 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,058Scope 1 Intensity: 11.29 tCO2e/$MNichirinYear: 2023Scope 1: 4,954 tCO2eRevenue: $M 499Scope 1 Intensity: 9.92 tCO2e/$MNNNOKYear: 2024Scope 1: 57,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,956Scope 1 Intensity: 11.50 tCO2e/$MTTToyoda GoseiYear: 2024Scope 1: 85,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 7,073Scope 1 Intensity: 12.02 tCO2e/$MDensoYear: 2024Scope 1: 545 tCO2eRevenue: $M 46,983Scope 1 Intensity: 0.01 tCO2e/$MGS YuasaYear: 2024Scope 1: 58,153 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,717Scope 1 Intensity: 15.65 tCO2e/$MNippon Sheet GlassYear: 2024Scope 1: 2,817,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,497Scope 1 Intensity: 512.42 tCO2e/$MKoito ManufacturingYear: 2024Scope 1: 46,800 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,275Scope 1 Intensity: 7.46 tCO2e/$MYokohama RubberYear: 2024Scope 1: 591,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,973Scope 1 Intensity: 84.75 tCO2e/$MSumitomo Electric IndustriesYear: 2024Scope 1: 266,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 29,073Scope 1 Intensity: 9.15 tCO2e/$MToyo Seikan Group HoldingsYear: 2024Scope 1: 374,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,277Scope 1 Intensity: 59.58 tCO2e/$MTS TechYear: 2025Scope 1: 7,548 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,071Scope 1 Intensity: 2.46 tCO2e/$MToyo TireYear: 2024Scope 1: 265,100 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,601Scope 1 Intensity: 73.62 tCO2e/$MTokyuYear: 2023Scope 1: 121,875 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,992Scope 1 Intensity: 17.43 tCO2e/$MToyota BoshokuYear: 2025Scope 1: 59,018 tCO2eRevenue: $M 13,031Scope 1 Intensity: 4.53 tCO2e/$MYYYamaguchi Financial GroupYear: 2023Scope 1: 2,360 tCO2eRevenue: $M 481Scope 1 Intensity: 4.90 tCO2e/$MBridgestoneYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,509,385 tCO2eRevenue: $M 28,218Scope 1 Intensity: 53.49 tCO2e/$MMabuchi MotorYear: 2023Scope 1: 2,926 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,263Scope 1 Intensity: 2.32 tCO2e/$MJTEKTYear: 2024Scope 1: 108,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 12,490Scope 1 Intensity: 8.65 tCO2e/$MSSSumitomo Rubber IndustriesYear: 2023Scope 1: 363,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 8,325Scope 1 Intensity: 43.60 tCO2e/$MNifcoYear: 2024Scope 1: 576 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,454Scope 1 Intensity: 0.23 tCO2e/$MNHK SpringYear: 2025Scope 1: 43,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,346Scope 1 Intensity: 8.04 tCO2e/$MStanley ElectricYear: 2021Scope 1: 3,464 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,261Scope 1 Intensity: 1.06 tCO2e/$MNSKYear: 2024Scope 1: 99,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,209Scope 1 Intensity: 19.01 tCO2e/$M

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

In 2024, NSK reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 19.01 tCOâ‚‚e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 11.29, this places the company above its industry benchmark, indicating it is less carbon-efficient than most competitors.a

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

In 2024, NSK ranked 19 out of 25 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCOâ‚‚e per millions USD).a

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

Insights into NSK's Total Carbon Footprint

In 2024, NSK reported a total carbon footprint of 2,729,000 metric tons of COâ‚‚ equivalent (tCOâ‚‚e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 7.55% decrease compared to 2023, indicating progress in reducing its overall greenhouse gas output.a

The largest contributor to NSK's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 75.12% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 2 emissions at 21.25%.a

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