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SoftBank Corp

Common Name
SoftBank
Country
Japan
Sector
Communication Services
Industry
Telecom Services
Employees
55,070
Ticker
9434
Exchange
TOKYO STOCK EXCHANGE
Description
SoftBank Corp. is a prominent telecommunications and technology company based in Japan. It plays a crucial role in providing a wide range of services, including mobile communications, fixed-line servi...

SoftBank's GHG Emissions Data Preview

In 2024, SoftBank 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).

SoftBank has also provided a category-level breakdown for 15 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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Total Scope 3
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Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M)
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a. SoftBank's ESG Data Spreadsheet 2025
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b. SoftBank's ESG Data Spreadsheet 2024
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c. SoftBank's ESG Data Spreadsheet 2023
c. SoftBank's ESG Data Spreadsheet 2023

Insights into SoftBank's Operational Emissions

In 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions ofSoftBank amounted to977,010metric 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 SoftBankincreased by 87.65%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing its emissions from its core operations.a

SoftBank's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time

20192020202120222023202404 k8 k12 k16 ktCO2e-2%-31%+31%-55%+49%
  • Total Scope 1
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are SoftBank's Scope 1 emissions?

In 2024, the total Scope 1 emissions of SoftBank were 9,485 metric tons of COâ‚‚ equivalent (tCOâ‚‚e).a

Has SoftBank reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?

Since 2019, SoftBank's Scope 1 emissions have decreased by 39.98%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time.ab

Compared to the previous year(2023), SoftBank's Scope 1 emissions increased by 48.92%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions from its directly owned or controlled operations.a

What are SoftBank's Scope 2 emissions?

In 2024, SoftBank reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 383,765 tCOâ‚‚e using the market-based method and 967,525 tCOâ‚‚e using the location-based method.a

What methodology does SoftBank use for Scope 2 reporting?

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

SoftBank's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time

2019202020212022202320240250 k500 k750 k1 MtCO2e
  • Total Scope 2 Location-Based
  • Total Scope 2 Market-Based

Insights into SoftBank's Value Chain Emissions

In 2024, SoftBank reported 11,546,072 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 SoftBank includes a breakdown across 15of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol,up from 13 in 2023, reflecting improved emissions accounting practices and greater transparency across the company's value chaina

SoftBank's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time

20192020202120222023202403 M6 M9 M12 MtCO2e-47%+178%+8%-1%+24%
  • Total Scope 3
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are SoftBank's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2024, SoftBank reported total Scope 3 emissions of 11,546,072 metric tons of COâ‚‚ equivalent (tCOâ‚‚e).a

Approximately 71.22%of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 28.78%came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment.a

Has SoftBank reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?

Since 2019, SoftBank's Scope 3 emissionshave increased by 94.66%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 3 emissions over time.ab

Compared to the previous year (2023), SoftBank's Scope 3 emissions increased by 24.32%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions across its value chain.a

What categories of Scope 3 emissions does SoftBank disclose?

In 2024, SoftBank reported emissions for 15 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 SoftBank's Scope 3 emissions?

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

  • Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 3,902,877 tCOâ‚‚e(33.8%)
  • Use of Sold Products (Cat. 11): 3,096,706 tCOâ‚‚e(26.82%)
  • Capital Goods (Cat. 2): 2,145,508 tCOâ‚‚e(18.58%)

SoftBank's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories

Use of Sold Products(Cat. 11)(26.8%)Purchased Goods andServices (Cat. 1)(33.8%)Capital Goods(Cat. 2)(18.6%)

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

In 2024, SoftBank reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 9,485 tCOâ‚‚e and total revenues of USD 40,174 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 0.24 tCOâ‚‚e per millions USD.a

SoftBank's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers

51002,00020,000500,000Scope 1 Emissions (tCO2e)505005,00020,000200,000Revenues (Millions of USD)TWTV Asahi HoldingsYear: 2024Scope 1: 360 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,033Scope 1 Intensity: 0.18 tCO2e/$MKoei Tecmo HoldingsYear: 2023Scope 1: 118 tCO2eRevenue: $M 589Scope 1 Intensity: 0.20 tCO2e/$MKakaku.comYear: 2023Scope 1: 9 tCO2eRevenue: $M 457Scope 1 Intensity: 0.02 tCO2e/$MTTToeiYear: 2024Scope 1: 3,501 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,131Scope 1 Intensity: 3.09 tCO2e/$MHakuhodo DY HoldingsYear: 2024Scope 1: 369 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,254Scope 1 Intensity: 0.06 tCO2e/$MCyberAgentYear: 2024Scope 1: 289 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,623Scope 1 Intensity: 0.05 tCO2e/$MTBS HoldingsYear: 2024Scope 1: 18,311 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,604Scope 1 Intensity: 7.03 tCO2e/$MKadokawaYear: 2023Scope 1: 51 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,917Scope 1 Intensity: 0.03 tCO2e/$MSega Sammy HoldingsYear: 2024Scope 1: 5,883 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,096Scope 1 Intensity: 1.90 tCO2e/$MRecruit HoldingsYear: 2023Scope 1: 5,034 tCO2eRevenue: $M 25,749Scope 1 Intensity: 0.20 tCO2e/$MInternet Initiative JapanYear: 2024Scope 1: 516 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,823Scope 1 Intensity: 0.28 tCO2e/$MKDDIYear: 2025Scope 1: 25,743 tCO2eRevenue: $M 39,465Scope 1 Intensity: 0.65 tCO2e/$MSKY Perfect JSAT HoldingsYear: 2024Scope 1: 31 tCO2eRevenue: $M 805Scope 1 Intensity: 0.04 tCO2e/$MSoftBank GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 10,678 tCO2eRevenue: $M 44,622Scope 1 Intensity: 0.24 tCO2e/$MWWWeathernewsYear: 2024Scope 1: 29 tCO2eRevenue: $M 142Scope 1 Intensity: 0.21 tCO2e/$MNippon Television HoldingsYear: 2022Scope 1: 2,212 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,330Scope 1 Intensity: 0.66 tCO2e/$MGMO Internet GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 39 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,768Scope 1 Intensity: 0.02 tCO2e/$MMazda MotorYear: 2025Scope 1: 119,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 33,467Scope 1 Intensity: 3.56 tCO2e/$MNTTYear: 2024Scope 1: 130,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 88,315Scope 1 Intensity: 1.47 tCO2e/$MNintendoYear: 2024Scope 1: 2,411 tCO2eRevenue: $M 11,039Scope 1 Intensity: 0.22 tCO2e/$MKonami GroupYear: 2025Scope 1: 34,416 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,811Scope 1 Intensity: 12.24 tCO2e/$MToho Co Ltd (Tokyo)Year: 2024Scope 1: 5,484 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,881Scope 1 Intensity: 2.92 tCO2e/$MDentsu GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 3,001 tCO2eRevenue: $M 8,988Scope 1 Intensity: 0.33 tCO2e/$MSoftBankYear: 2024Scope 1: 9,485 tCO2eRevenue: $M 40,174Scope 1 Intensity: 0.24 tCO2e/$M

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

In 2024, SoftBank reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 0.24 tCOâ‚‚e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 0.24, this places the company below its industry benchmark, indicating it is more carbon-efficient than most competitors.a

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

In 2024, SoftBank ranked 12 out of 23 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCOâ‚‚e per millions USD).a

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

Insights into SoftBank's Total Carbon Footprint

In 2024, SoftBank reported a total carbon footprint of 12,523,082 metric tons of COâ‚‚ equivalent (tCOâ‚‚e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 27.68% increase compared to 2023, suggesting a rise in emissions across its operations or value chain.a

The largest contributor to SoftBank's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 92.2% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 2 emissions at 7.73%.a

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