TDK Corp
TDK's GHG Emissions Data Preview
In 2024, TDK 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).
TDK has also provided a category-level breakdown for 9 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.
| Metric (tCO2e) | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 - 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.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
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Unspecified Calculation Method | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
Total Scope 3 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 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.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
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Verified Sources Behind TDK’s Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions Data
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Insights into TDK's Operational Emissions
In 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of TDK amounted to 827,306 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 TDK decreased by 40.18%, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its operations. a
TDK's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 1
- Year-over-Year Change
What are TDK's Scope 1 emissions?
In 2024, the total Scope 1 emissions of TDK were 133,616 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a
Has TDK reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?
Since 2020, TDK's Scope 1 emissions have increased by 20.01%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time. a
Compared to the previous year (2023), TDK's Scope 1 emissions decreased by 8.7%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower direct emissions from assets it owns or controls. a
What are TDK's Scope 2 emissions?
In 2024, TDK reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 693,690 tCO₂e without specifying the calculation method. a
Has TDK reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?
Since 2020, TDK's Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions ( Unspecified Calculation Method) have decreased by 52.04%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 2 emissions over time. a
Compared to the previous year (2023), TDK's Scope 2 emissions (Unspecified Calculation Method) fell by 43.91% in 2024, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its energy consumption. a
What methodology does TDK use for Scope 2 reporting?
In 2024, TDK reported its Scope 2 emissions using an unspecified methodology. a
TDK's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 2 (Unspecified Calculation Method)
Insights into TDK's Value Chain Emissions
In 2024, TDK reported 19,545,785 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 TDK includes a breakdown across 9 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, up from 8 in 2023, reflecting improved emissions accounting practices and greater transparency across the company's value chain a
TDK's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 3
- Year-over-Year Change
What are TDK's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2024, TDK reported total Scope 3 emissions of 19,545,785 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a
Approximately 50.71% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 49.29% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment. a
Has TDK reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?
Since 2020, TDK's Scope 3 emissions have increased by 37.16%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 3 emissions over time. a
Compared to the previous year (2023), TDK's Scope 3 emissions decreased by 26.24%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower indirect emissions from its value chain. a
What categories of Scope 3 emissions does TDK disclose?
In 2024, TDK reported emissions for 9 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 TDK's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2024, the largest contributors to TDK's Scope 3 emissions were: a
- Use of Sold Products (Cat. 11): 9,610,960 tCO₂e (49.17%)
- Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 8,527,986 tCO₂e (43.63%)
- Capital Goods (Cat. 2): 845,385 tCO₂e (4.33%)
TDK's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories
Insights into TDK’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers
In 2024, TDK reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 133,616 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 13,892 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 9.62 tCO₂e per millions USD. a
TDK's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers
How does TDK's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?
In 2024, TDK reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 9.62 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 4.81 , this places the company above its industry benchmark, indicating it is less carbon-efficient than most competitors. a
Where does TDK rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?
In 2024, TDK ranked 16 out of 23 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD). a
TDK is therefore positioned in the mid-range of its industry, neither a clear leader nor a laggard in carbon efficiency. a
Insights into TDK's Total Carbon Footprint
In 2024, TDK reported a total carbon footprint of 20,373,091 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 26.93% decrease compared to 2023, indicating progress in reducing its overall greenhouse gas output. a
The largest contributor to TDK's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 95.94% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 2 emissions at 3.4%. a