Shimizu Corp
Shimizu's GHG Emissions Data Preview
In 2023, Shimizu 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).
Shimizu has also provided a category-level breakdown for 1 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.
| Metric (tCO2e) | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 - 2017 |
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Total Scope 1 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | 0000000 |
Total Scope 2 | ||||
Unspecified Calculation Method | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | 0000000 |
Total Scope 3 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  b | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  c | 0000000 |
Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M) | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | 0000000 |
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Insights into Shimizu's Operational Emissions
In 2023, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Shimizu amounted to 278,716 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 Shimizu increased by ∞%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing its emissions from its core operations. a
Shimizu's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 1
- Year-over-Year Change
What are Shimizu's Scope 1 emissions?
In 2023, the total Scope 1 emissions of Shimizu were 184,202 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a
What are Shimizu's Scope 2 emissions?
In 2023, Shimizu reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 94,514 tCO₂e without specifying the calculation method. a
What methodology does Shimizu use for Scope 2 reporting?
In 2023, Shimizu reported its Scope 2 emissions using an unspecified methodology. a
Shimizu's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 2 (Unspecified Calculation Method)
Insights into Shimizu's Value Chain Emissions
In 2023, Shimizu reported 2,496,734 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 Shimizu includes a breakdown across 1 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
Shimizu's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 3
- Year-over-Year Change
What are Shimizu's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2023, Shimizu reported total Scope 3 emissions of 2,496,734 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a
Approximately 0% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 100% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment. a
Has Shimizu reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?
Since 2021, Shimizu's Scope 3 emissions have decreased by 53.83%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 3 emissions over time. a c
Compared to the previous year (2022), Shimizu's Scope 3 emissions decreased by 33.48%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower indirect emissions from its value chain. a b
What categories of Scope 3 emissions does Shimizu disclose?
In 2023, Shimizu reported emissions for 1 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol. a
The limited disclosure restricts visibility into specific emission sources across the company's value chain.
What are the main sources of Shimizu's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2023, the largest contributors to Shimizu's Scope 3 emissions were: a
- Use of Sold Products (Cat. 11): 2,496,734 tCO₂e (100%)
Shimizu's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories
Insights into Shimizu’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers
In 2023, Shimizu reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 184,202 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 14,518 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 12.69 tCO₂e per millions USD. a
Shimizu's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers
How does Shimizu's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?
In 2023, Shimizu reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 12.69 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 18.38 , this places the company below its industry benchmark, indicating it is more carbon-efficient than most competitors. a
Where does Shimizu rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?
In 2023, Shimizu ranked 7 out of 25 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD). a
Shimizu is therefore positioned in the mid-range of its industry, neither a clear leader nor a laggard in carbon efficiency. a
Insights into Shimizu's Total Carbon Footprint
In 2023, Shimizu reported a total carbon footprint of 2,775,450 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 26.05% decrease compared to 2022, indicating progress in reducing its overall greenhouse gas output. a b
The largest contributor to Shimizu's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 89.96% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 1 emissions at 6.64%. a