Socionext Inc

Common Name
Socionext
Country
Japan
Sector
Industrials
Industry
Electrical Equipment & Parts
Employees
2,490
Ticker
6526
Exchange
TOKYO STOCK EXCHANGE
Description
Socionext Inc. is a specialized semiconductor company that focuses on designing and delivering innovative system-on-chip (SoC) solutions. The core purpose of Socionext is to provide highly integrated ...

Socionext's GHG Emissions Data Preview

In 2025, Socionext 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).

Socionext has also provided a category-level breakdown for 7 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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Verified Sources Behind Socionext’s Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions Data

Every figure on this dashboard has a transparent audit trail. With Tracenable, each data point is traceable back to its original source, viewable directly inside our platform. Explore Socionext’s data sources below and access millions more through our Disclosure Search.

a. Socionext's Sustainability Report 2025
a. Socionext's Sustainability Report 2025
b. Socionext's ESG Report 2024
b. Socionext's ESG Report 2024

Insights into Socionext's Operational Emissions

In 2025, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Socionext amounted to 7,352 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 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Socionext decreased by 7.79%, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its operations. a

Socionext's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time

2022202320242025080160240320tCO2e-47%+18%+28%
  • Total Scope 1
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Socionext's Scope 1 emissions?

In 2025, the total Scope 1 emissions of Socionext were 254 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a

Has Socionext reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?

Since 2022, Socionext's Scope 1 emissions have decreased by 20.13%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time. a b

Compared to the previous year (2024), Socionext's Scope 1 emissions increased by 27.64%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions from its directly owned or controlled operations. a

What are Socionext's Scope 2 emissions?

In 2025, Socionext reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 6,273 tCO₂e using the market-based method and 7,098 tCO₂e using the location-based method. a

Has Socionext reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?

Since 2022, Socionext's Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions ( Location-Based) have remained relatively stable, indicating that Socionext 's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint. a b

Compared to the previous year (2024), Socionext's Scope 2 emissions (Location-Based) have remained relatively stable, indicating that Socionext 's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint. a

What methodology does Socionext use for Scope 2 reporting?

In 2025, Socionext reported its Scope 2 emissions using the market-based method and using the location-based method. a

Socionext's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time

202220232024202502.5 k5 k7.5 k10 ktCO2e
  • Total Scope 2 Location-Based
  • Total Scope 2 Market-Based

Insights into Socionext's Value Chain Emissions

In 2025, Socionext reported 340,898 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 2025 disclosure of Socionext includes a breakdown across 7 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, matching the level of disclosure in 2024, demonstrating consistent Scope 3 emissions reporting coverage year over year. a

Socionext's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time

20222023202420250150 k300 k450 k600 ktCO2e+136%-32%-14%
  • Total Scope 3
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Socionext's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2025, Socionext reported total Scope 3 emissions of 340,898 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a

Approximately 100% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 0% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment. a

Has Socionext reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?

Since 2022, Socionext's Scope 3 emissions have increased by 38.15%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 3 emissions over time. a b

Compared to the previous year (2024), Socionext's Scope 3 emissions decreased by 14.07%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower indirect emissions from its value chain. a

What categories of Scope 3 emissions does Socionext disclose?

In 2025, Socionext reported emissions for 7 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 Socionext's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2025, the largest contributors to Socionext's Scope 3 emissions were: a

  • Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 299,323 tCO₂e (87.8%)
  • Capital Goods (Cat. 2): 36,455 tCO₂e (10.69%)
  • Business Travel (Cat. 6): 2,016 tCO₂e (0.59%)

Socionext's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories

Capital Goods(Cat. 2)(10.7%)Purchased Goods andServices (Cat. 1)(87.8%)

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

In 2025, Socionext reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 254 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 1,257 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 0.2 tCO₂e per millions USD. a

Socionext's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers

51002,00050,0001,000,000Scope 1 Emissions (tCO2e)2001,0005,00020,000100,000Revenues (Millions of USD)KTBellsystem24 HoldingsYear: 2023Scope 1: 61 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,144Scope 1 Intensity: 0.05 tCO2e/$MMitsubishi ElectricYear: 2024Scope 1: 234,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 34,720Scope 1 Intensity: 6.74 tCO2e/$MFurukawa ElectricYear: 2024Scope 1: 108,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,977Scope 1 Intensity: 15.48 tCO2e/$MJDCYear: 2024Scope 1: 37,528 tCO2eRevenue: $M 865Scope 1 Intensity: 43.41 tCO2e/$MFuji ElectricYear: 2023Scope 1: 140,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 7,578Scope 1 Intensity: 18.47 tCO2e/$MAica KogyoYear: 2023Scope 1: 65,529 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,817Scope 1 Intensity: 36.06 tCO2e/$MHoshizakiYear: 2024Scope 1: 2,192 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,838Scope 1 Intensity: 0.77 tCO2e/$MSotetsu HoldingsYear: 2023Scope 1: 40,882 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,874Scope 1 Intensity: 21.81 tCO2e/$MKKKintetsu Group HoldingsYear: 2023Scope 1: 126,730 tCO2eRevenue: $M 11,719Scope 1 Intensity: 10.81 tCO2e/$MAzbilYear: 2023Scope 1: 4,329 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,090Scope 1 Intensity: 2.07 tCO2e/$MYokogawa ElectricYear: 2024Scope 1: 12,141 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,567Scope 1 Intensity: 3.40 tCO2e/$MMakitaYear: 2024Scope 1: 19,725 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,896Scope 1 Intensity: 4.03 tCO2e/$MKeioYear: 2024Scope 1: 81,145 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,699Scope 1 Intensity: 30.07 tCO2e/$MMakino Milling MachineYear: 2023Scope 1: 5,467 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,712Scope 1 Intensity: 3.19 tCO2e/$MPark24Year: 2024Scope 1: 233,852 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,421Scope 1 Intensity: 96.59 tCO2e/$MAmadaYear: 2024Scope 1: 6,336 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,664Scope 1 Intensity: 2.38 tCO2e/$MUshioYear: 2023Scope 1: 3,539 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,314Scope 1 Intensity: 2.69 tCO2e/$MTechnoPro HoldingsYear: 2023Scope 1: 287 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,380Scope 1 Intensity: 0.21 tCO2e/$MDeNAYear: 2023Scope 1: 10 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,010Scope 1 Intensity: 0.01 tCO2e/$MTHKYear: 2023Scope 1: 7,816 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,488Scope 1 Intensity: 3.14 tCO2e/$MYaskawa ElectricYear: 2023Scope 1: 7,021 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,078Scope 1 Intensity: 1.72 tCO2e/$MTTTokyo MetroYear: 2023Scope 1: 4,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,593Scope 1 Intensity: 1.54 tCO2e/$MSocionextYear: 2025Scope 1: 254 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,257Scope 1 Intensity: 0.20 tCO2e/$M

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

In 2025, Socionext reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 0.2 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 3.3 , this places the company below its industry benchmark, indicating it is more carbon-efficient than most competitors. a

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

In 2025, Socionext ranked 3 out of 22 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD). a

This places Socionext among the top performers, with one of the lowest emissions intensities relative to peers. a

Insights into Socionext's Total Carbon Footprint

In 2025, Socionext reported a total carbon footprint of 348,250 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 13.95% decrease compared to 2024, indicating progress in reducing its overall greenhouse gas output. a

The largest contributor to Socionext's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 97.89% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 2 emissions at 2.04%. a

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