Denso Corporation, a leading global automotive components manufacturer, is headquartered in Kariya, Japan. Established in 1949, Denso has grown to become a key player in the automotive industry, with significant operations across Asia, Europe, and North America. The company is renowned for its innovative products and services, including advanced thermal systems, powertrain control technologies, and electrification solutions, which enhance vehicle efficiency and performance. Denso's commitment to quality and sustainability has positioned it as a trusted partner for major automotive manufacturers worldwide. With a focus on research and development, the company has achieved numerous milestones, including advancements in hybrid and electric vehicle technologies. Denso continues to lead the market with its cutting-edge solutions, contributing to the evolution of the automotive landscape.
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In 2024, Denso Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,448,000,000 kg CO2e, a reduction from about 1,784,000,000 kg CO2e in 2023 and 1,938,000,000 kg CO2e in 2022. This demonstrates a significant downward trend in their Scope 1 and 2 emissions, which are directly associated with their operations and energy consumption. Denso has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 50% reduction in CO2 emissions from mobility products by 2025, compared to fiscal 2021 levels. Additionally, they have achieved their fiscal 2024 target of a 50% reduction in Scope 1 emissions, relative to the same base year. Looking ahead, Denso is committed to achieving carbon neutrality across all operations by 2035 and aims to realise carbon neutrality at their plants by fiscal 2036. Furthermore, Denso has established a long-term target to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by FY2030 from a FY2020 baseline. They also plan to increase their sourcing of renewable electricity from 0.6% in FY2020 to 100% by FY2025. For Scope 3 emissions, which encompass indirect emissions from purchased goods and services, Denso aims for a 25% reduction by FY2030 from the same FY2020 baseline. Overall, Denso's proactive approach to reducing carbon emissions reflects their commitment to sustainability and aligns with global climate goals.
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