Ulvac Inc

Common Name
Ulvac
Country
Japan
Sector
Industrials
Industry
Specialty Industrial Machinery
Employees
6,132
Ticker
6728
Exchange
TOKYO STOCK EXCHANGE
Description
Ulvac Inc. is a globally recognized company specializing in vacuum technology. With an extensive portfolio encompassing production equipment for electronics, semiconductors, flat panel displays, and p...

Ulvac's GHG Emissions Data Preview

In 2023, Ulvac 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).

Ulvac 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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a. Ulvac's Webpage captured from company’s website 2023
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Insights into Ulvac's Operational Emissions

In 2023, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Ulvac amounted to 89,828 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 Ulvac decreased by 2.42%, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its operations. a

Ulvac's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time

202020212022202302 k4 k6 k8 ktCO2e+6%+3%+6%
  • Total Scope 1
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Ulvac's Scope 1 emissions?

In 2023, the total Scope 1 emissions of Ulvac were 6,397 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a

Has Ulvac reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?

Since 2020, Ulvac's Scope 1 emissions have increased by 16.18%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time. a

Compared to the previous year (2022), Ulvac's Scope 1 emissions increased by 6.26%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions from its directly owned or controlled operations. a

What are Ulvac's Scope 2 emissions?

In 2023, Ulvac reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 82,697 tCO₂e using the market-based method and 83,431 tCO₂e using the location-based method. a

Has Ulvac reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?

Since 2020, Ulvac's Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions ( Location-Based) have remained relatively stable, indicating that Ulvac 's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint. a

Compared to the previous year (2022), Ulvac's Scope 2 emissions (Location-Based) have remained relatively stable, indicating that Ulvac 's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint. a

What methodology does Ulvac use for Scope 2 reporting?

In 2023, Ulvac reported its Scope 2 emissions using the market-based method and using the location-based method. a

Ulvac's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time

2020202120222023025 k50 k75 k100 ktCO2e
  • Total Scope 2 Location-Based
  • Total Scope 2 Market-Based

Insights into Ulvac's Value Chain Emissions

In 2023, Ulvac reported 7,262,341 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 Ulvac includes a breakdown across 7 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

Ulvac's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time

202020212022202302 M4 M6 M8 MtCO2e+6%+33%-5%
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  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Ulvac's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2023, Ulvac reported total Scope 3 emissions of 7,262,341 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a

Approximately 99.82% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 0.18% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment. a

Has Ulvac reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?

Since 2020, Ulvac's Scope 3 emissions have increased by 33.95%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 3 emissions over time. a

Compared to the previous year (2022), Ulvac's Scope 3 emissions remained relatively stable, indicating that Ulvac 's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its value chain footprint. a

What categories of Scope 3 emissions does Ulvac disclose?

In 2023, Ulvac 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 Ulvac's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2023, the largest contributors to Ulvac's Scope 3 emissions were: a

  • Capital Goods (Cat. 2): 49,096 tCO₂e (35.65%)
  • Waste Generated in Operations (Cat. 5): 31,267 tCO₂e (22.7%)
  • Downstream Transportation and Distribution (Cat. 9): 28,171 tCO₂e (20.45%)

Ulvac's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories

Waste Generated inOperations (Cat. 5)(22.7%)DownstreamTransportation andDistribution(Cat. 9)(20.5%)Capital Goods(Cat. 2)(35.6%)

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

In 2023, Ulvac reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 6,397 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 1,572 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 4.07 tCO₂e per millions USD. a

Ulvac's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers

51002,00050,0001,000,000Scope 1 Emissions (tCO2e)2001,0005,00020,000100,000Revenues (Millions of USD)HHHHarmonic Drive SystemsYear: 2023Scope 1: 209 tCO2eRevenue: $M 537Scope 1 Intensity: 0.39 tCO2e/$MMiuraYear: 2024Scope 1: 3,198 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,055Scope 1 Intensity: 3.03 tCO2e/$MNabtescoYear: 2023Scope 1: 4,929 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,359Scope 1 Intensity: 2.09 tCO2e/$MKawasaki Heavy IndustriesYear: 2024Scope 1: 142,390 tCO2eRevenue: $M 12,211Scope 1 Intensity: 11.66 tCO2e/$MJapan Steel WorksYear: 2023Scope 1: 61,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,792Scope 1 Intensity: 34.04 tCO2e/$MOkumaYear: 2023Scope 1: 7,300 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,709Scope 1 Intensity: 4.27 tCO2e/$MHoshizakiYear: 2024Scope 1: 2,192 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,838Scope 1 Intensity: 0.77 tCO2e/$MEbaraYear: 2024Scope 1: 71,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,520Scope 1 Intensity: 12.86 tCO2e/$MAzbilYear: 2023Scope 1: 4,329 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,090Scope 1 Intensity: 2.07 tCO2e/$MYokogawa ElectricYear: 2024Scope 1: 12,141 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,567Scope 1 Intensity: 3.40 tCO2e/$MMakino Milling MachineYear: 2023Scope 1: 5,467 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,712Scope 1 Intensity: 3.19 tCO2e/$MSMCYear: 2023Scope 1: 50,507 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,192Scope 1 Intensity: 8.16 tCO2e/$MNGK InsulatorsYear: 2023Scope 1: 270,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,198Scope 1 Intensity: 64.31 tCO2e/$MDaifukuYear: 2024Scope 1: 8,853 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,038Scope 1 Intensity: 2.19 tCO2e/$MNidecYear: 2023Scope 1: 269,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 16,838Scope 1 Intensity: 15.98 tCO2e/$MAmadaYear: 2024Scope 1: 6,336 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,664Scope 1 Intensity: 2.38 tCO2e/$MMitsubishi Heavy IndustriesYear: 2023Scope 1: 130,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 31,553Scope 1 Intensity: 4.12 tCO2e/$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: $M 1,010Scope 1 Intensity: 0.01 tCO2e/$MSumitomo Heavy IndustriesYear: 2023Scope 1: 36,272 tCO2eRevenue: $M 7,647Scope 1 Intensity: 4.74 tCO2e/$MIHIYear: 2024Scope 1: 57,951 tCO2eRevenue: $M 8,733Scope 1 Intensity: 6.64 tCO2e/$MFanucYear: 2024Scope 1: 56,266 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,251Scope 1 Intensity: 10.71 tCO2e/$MTHKYear: 2023Scope 1: 7,816 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,488Scope 1 Intensity: 3.14 tCO2e/$MTobu RailwayYear: 2023Scope 1: 129,255 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,615Scope 1 Intensity: 28.01 tCO2e/$MUlvacYear: 2023Scope 1: 6,397 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,572Scope 1 Intensity: 4.07 tCO2e/$M

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

In 2023, Ulvac reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 4.07 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 3.4 , this places the company above its industry benchmark, indicating it is less carbon-efficient than most competitors. a

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

In 2023, Ulvac ranked 14 out of 25 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD). a

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

Insights into Ulvac's Total Carbon Footprint

In 2023, Ulvac reported a total carbon footprint of 7,352,169 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 4.8% decrease compared to 2022, indicating progress in reducing its overall greenhouse gas output. a

The largest contributor to Ulvac's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 98.78% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 2 emissions at 1.13%. a

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